Solo Tone

Baluchitherium

Van Halen

Guitarrock1990s

Original Gear

GuitarErnie Ball Music Man Edward Van Halen Signature

AmpPeavey 5150 Head

PickupsCustom DiMarzio humbucker (bridge position, factory spec for EBMM EVH model)

Amp Settings

gain7

bass6

mid6.5

treble6.5

reverb2.5

presence6

Effects & Signal Chain

chorusEventide Eventide Harmonizer (likely H3000 or DSP4000)

delayUnknown Delay pedal (model unknown, likely rackmount digital delay)

Notes

Studio recording, 1994-1995 for the 'Balance' album. No evidence of live rig or alternate gear for this solo. Effects such as Eventide Harmonizer and delay are mentioned in interviews and are audible in the solo section.

Tone Character(10)

shimmery and lushsinging sustaintight low endarticulate lead linesclear note separationharmonic overtoneschorus-like shimmermodern high-gain saturationmelodic phrasingambient spaciousness

Difficulty

The solo requires advanced phrasing, control of harmonics, and precise timing to match the lush, shimmery effect-laden tone, making it challenging for most players.

Sources

Eddie Van Halen's Groundbreaking Instrumentals - InSync Eddie Van Halen Amp Settings & Guitar Tone

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