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Description

I’m using a semi-hollowbody style guitar for this song, but any electric guitar is suitable. I’ve selected the bridge pickup for a bright, clear tone.

A Fender tube amp is the best choice to replicate the tones heard in this tune. Dial in a clean, right on the edge of breakup, sound - for example, set the Preamp Gain to 40%, Bass to 45%, Mids to 55%, Treble to 60%, and Presence to 60%.

Guitar 1 uses a tremolo effect to add a cool texture to the rhythm guitar. Guitar 2 kicks in a treble booster for more gain and sustain while playing the lead licks. Add some reverb to both guitars for depth.

I’m using regular light gauge strings that are 10-46 along with a heavy pick to dig right in.

SETTINGS:
Fender Deluxe Model:
Drive: 40% Bass: 45% Mid: 55% Treb: 60% Presence: 60%

Tremolo (GTR 1):
Rate: 70%. Intensity: 70%

Treble Booster (GTR 2):
Gain: 70% Tone: 45%

Spring Reverb:
Wet/Dry: 40%

Lesson Info
Instructor Mike Olekshy
Styles:
Rock
Difficulty:
Published
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Empty Heart