Solo Tone

Black Star

Yngwie Malmsteen

Guitarmetal1980s

Original Gear

GuitarFender Stratocaster (1971-1977, likely scalloped fretboard, maple neck, vintage tremolo)

AmpMarshall JMP 50 MKII (1971/72 head) into Marshall 4x12 cabinet with Celestion G12-30 speakers

PickupsDiMarzio DP117 HS-3 Single-coil (bridge position, low noise, vintage output)

Amp Settings

gain8

bass5.5

mid7

treble7.5

reverb3

presence6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

overdriveDOD DOD Overdrive Preamp 250

delayKorg Korg SDD-2000 Digital Delay

noise_gateRocktron Rocktron Hush II Noise Reduction System

Notes

Studio recording, 1984. Gear confirmed for 'Rising Force' album sessions. DOD Overdrive Preamp 250 used as main boost into Marshall JMP 50. No chorus or flanger on solo; delay and reverb from rack units. Pickup and amp confirmed by Equipboard, Ground Guitar, and DiMarzio ad. Effects chain based on studio setup, not live rig.

Tone Character(9)

singing sustainfluid legato runstight, articulate attackbright and clear top endrich harmonic overtonesfast alternate picking claritysmooth, violin-like lead toneminimal noise despite high gainclassic neoclassical metal solo sound

Difficulty

The solo features expert-level shred techniques including rapid alternate picking, sweep picking, and fluid legato, demanding high technical proficiency and control.

Sources

Yngwie Malmsteen’s Guitars and Gear | Ground Guitar Yngwie Malmsteen's Guitar Gear, Stratocasters & Pedalboard | Equipboard DiMarzio DP117 HS-3 Single-coil Pickup Interview: Yngwie Malmsteen on His New Album & Guitar - Premier Guitar

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