Tone Profile

This lead guitar tone is characterized by its bright, articulate attack and smooth sustain, creating a soaring and melodic sound. It has a slightly compressed and driven character, adding warmth and presence to the guitar.

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The lead guitar sound was likely achieved by close-miking the ENGL Powerball cabinet with a Shure SM57, capturing the amp's aggressive midrange and tight low end.
• An Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer was used to boost the signal going into the amp, adding saturation and sustain.
• Post-processing might include EQ to shape the tone and compression to even out dynamics.

Recreation Tips

• Start with an Ibanez RG guitar into an ENGL Powerball amp.
• Use an Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer to add saturation and sustain.
• Place a Shure SM57 close to the speaker cone, slightly off-axis.
• Adjust the EQ to cut any harsh frequencies and boost the mids for added presence.
• Apply compression to even out the dynamics and enhance sustain.

Original Gear

• Ibanez RG(guitar)
• ENGL Powerball(amp)
• Shure SM57(mic)
• Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer(pedal)