lead guitar from “rape me” by nirvana | ToneDB
rape me
nirvana
lead guitar
85% ai confidence
Tone Profile
Abrasive, distorted, and raw, this tone captures the aggressive and unsettling nature of the song. It's a blend of fuzz and overdrive, creating a harsh and in-your-face sound.
Production Credits
Producer: Butch Vig
Engineer: Andy Wallace
Recorded at: Pachyderm Studio, Cannon Falls, Minnesota
Signal Chain
Instrument: Fender Stratocaster
Amp: Mesa/Boogie Studio .22 Preamp
Microphone: Shure SM57
Processing: Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi
Recording Notes
- The guitar sound is characterized by a strong fuzz distortion, likely achieved by blending a fuzz pedal with the amp's overdrive.
- The room ambience is minimal, suggesting close-miking techniques were used.
- Double-tracking may be present, enhancing the thickness and chaotic feel of the guitar track.
Recreation Tips
- Start with a Fender Stratocaster into an Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi.
- Set the Big Muff for a thick, saturated fuzz. Adjust the tone control to taste.
- Run the Big Muff into the clean channel of a Mesa/Boogie Studio .22 Preamp, setting the gain to just break up.
- Use a Shure SM57 close to the speaker cone.
- Consider double-tracking the guitar part to enhance the chaotic feel.
Recommended Gear
- Fender Stratocaster(guitar)
- Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi(pedal)
- Mesa/Boogie Studio .22 Preamp(amp)
- Shure SM57(mic)
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