Tone Profile

A high-gain, slightly scooped rhythm guitar tone with a tight low-end response, and articulate high-end. The tone is well-suited for pop-punk power chords and lead lines.

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The lead guitar sound is characterized by a modern, high-gain amp tone.
• Likely a combination of close-miking techniques with dynamic microphones like the SM57.
• Tight low end achieved through amp settings and potentially some post-processing EQ.
• Layering and doubling of guitar tracks to create a full and thick sound.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Les Paul style guitar with humbucker pickups.
• Use a Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier or similar high-gain amplifier.
• Set the amp gain to a medium-high level, and adjust the EQ for a slightly scooped sound.
• Use a Shure SM57 or similar dynamic microphone to capture the amp tone.
• Double-track the guitar parts to add thickness and width to the sound.
• Consider using a gate to tighten up the low end and remove any unwanted noise.

Original Gear

• Gibson Les Paul(guitar)
• Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier(amp)
• Shure SM57(mic)