Tone Profile

This is a classic 80s hard rock guitar tone: aggressive, bright, and saturated with distortion. It has a slightly scooped midrange, allowing it to cut through the mix with power.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The guitar was likely recorded with a close-miked amp cabinet, using a dynamic microphone like the Shure SM57.
• The Ibanez Tube Screamer would have been used to boost the signal and add sustain and saturation to the Marshall amp.
• The Marshall JCM800 is known for its high-gain capabilities, providing the foundation for the distorted tone.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Gibson Les Paul or similar humbucker-equipped guitar.
• Use an Ibanez Tube Screamer to boost the input of a Marshall JCM800 amplifier.
• Position a Shure SM57 close to one of the speakers of the amp cabinet.
• Experiment with the gain settings on both the Tube Screamer and the amp to find the sweet spot.
• Consider using EQ in post-production to further shape the tone, focusing on scooping out some of the midrange for a classic 80s sound.

Recommended Gear

• Gibson Les Paul(guitar)
• Marshall JCM800(amp)
• Shure SM57(mic)
• Ibanez Tube Screamer TS808(pedal)