Tone Profile

This tone features a clean, yet biting, overdriven sound, reminiscent of 90s J-rock, with a clear emphasis on midrange frequencies. It’s bright but not harsh, providing a strong presence without sacrificing warmth.

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The guitar likely used a Stratocaster-style guitar, known for its bright and articulate sound, fed into a Marshall JCM800 amplifier.
• A Shure SM57 was probably placed close to the speaker cone to capture the direct sound, with additional room mics to add ambience.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Stratocaster-style guitar and dial in a moderate gain setting on a Marshall JCM800.
• Use a Shure SM57 or similar dynamic microphone close to the speaker.
• Experiment with different microphone positions to fine-tune the high-end response.
• Add a touch of room reverb for a more spacious sound.

Original Gear

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• Fender StratocasterShop on Reverb(guitar)
• Marshall JCM800Shop on Reverb(amp)
• Shure SM57Shop on Reverb(mic)