Tone Profile

The lead guitar in "taxes" features a bright, slightly overdriven tone with a raw, energetic edge. It's characterized by a blend of clarity and aggression, fitting the band's post-punk sound.

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The lead guitar sound is likely achieved by using a Stratocaster-style guitar through a slightly overdriven amp.
• A distortion pedal (such as a Pro Co RAT) is used to provide additional drive and sustain.
• The clean sound of a Roland JC-120 can create a pristine base for added distortion.
• Experiment with different overdrive settings to find the sweet spot that adds grit without sacrificing clarity.
• Consider using a relatively clean amp setting as the foundation, adding the distortion as an effect, as opposed to the core sound.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Fender Stratocaster or similar single-coil equipped guitar.
• Use a Roland JC-120 amp as your base tone.
• Add a Pro Co RAT overdrive pedal to get the right level of grit and sustain.
• Adjust the tone and gain on the RAT pedal to taste.
• Experiment with the amp's EQ to shape the final sound.

Recommended Gear

• Fender Stratocaster(guitar)
• Roland JC-120(amp)
• Pro Co RAT(pedal)