lead guitar from “enter sandman” by metallica | ToneDB
enter sandman
metallica
lead guitar
85% ai confidence
Tone Profile
A high-gain, aggressive, and articulate guitar tone with a tight low end and clear, present high frequencies, ideal for heavy riffs and soaring solos. The sound is massive and slightly scooped in the mids, providing a modern hard rock/metal edge.
Production Credits
Producer: Bob Rock
Engineer: Randy Staub
Recorded at: Little Mountain Sound Studios, Vancouver
Signal Chain
Instrument: Gibson Les Paul
Amp: Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+
Microphone: Shure SM57
Processing: Ibanez Tube Screamer TS808
Recording Notes
- The guitar was likely recorded with a close-mic'd amp cabinet.
- Multiple takes were probably layered to create a thick, full sound.
- EQ and compression were applied during mixing to enhance clarity and punch.
Recreation Tips
- Start with a Gibson Les Paul or similar humbucker-equipped guitar.
- Use a Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+ or similar high-gain amplifier.
- Dial in a tight, focused sound with a slightly scooped midrange.
- Add a Tube Screamer for extra gain and sustain.
- Experiment with microphone placement to find the sweet spot on the speaker cone.
- Double-track the guitar parts for added thickness and dimension.
Recommended Gear
- Gibson Les Paul(guitar)
- Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+(amp)
- Ibanez Tube Screamer TS808(pedal)
- Shure SM57(mic)
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