rhythm guitar from “antichrist superstar” by marilyn manson | ToneDB
antichrist superstar
marilyn manson
rhythm guitar
Tone Profile
Aggressive and distorted rhythm guitar, with a harsh, industrial edge. Think heavily saturated, fuzzy, and slightly scooped mids.
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The Story
The rhythm guitar on "Antichrist Superstar" was recorded at Nothing Studios in New Orleans with Sean Beavan producing. The primary guitar used was a Fender Stratocaster, which was processed through a Pro Co RAT distortion pedal and an MXR Phase 90 phaser before hitting a Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier amp. A Shure SM57 microphone captured the amplified sound, and multiple guitar tracks were layered to create the thick, industrial wall of distortion.
Production Credits
Producer: Sean Beavan
Engineer: Sean Beavan
Recorded at: Nothing Studios, New Orleans
Signal Chain
Instrument: Fender StratocasterShop on Reverb
Amp: Mesa/Boogie Dual RectifierShop on Reverb
Microphone: Shure SM57Shop on Reverb
Processing: Pro Co RATShop on Reverb, MXR Phase 90Shop on Reverb
Recreation Tips
- Start with a Fender Stratocaster-style guitar and a high-gain amplifier like a Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier.
- Use a Pro Co RAT distortion pedal for a gritty, aggressive distortion. Adjust the 'Filter' knob to shape the tone.
- Add an MXR Phase 90 for subtle movement and depth. Set the 'Speed' knob to a slow, swirling rate.
- Experiment with different EQ settings on the amp and pedals to achieve a balanced tone with scooped mids.
- Double-track or quad-track the guitar parts for a thicker sound. Pan the tracks slightly to create a wider stereo image.
Original Gear
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Substitutions & Recommendations
Alternative to: Pro Co RAT distortion pedal
Provides similar aggressive, gritty distortion with more saturation, perfect for thick industrial tones
Alternative to: Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier
High-gain tube amp with similar aggressive character and tight low end perfect for heavy, scooped tones
Alternative to: Pro Co RAT distortion pedal
Contains excellent RAT-style distortion models plus high-gain amp sims for complete industrial metal tones
Alternative to: MXR Phase 90
Vintage-style phaser that adds similar swirling movement and depth to heavy distorted tones
Alternative to: Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier
Modern modeling amp with excellent Rectifier-style high gain sounds and built-in effects for budget-conscious players
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