Solo Tone

Christmas / Sarajevo 12/24 (Instrumental)

Trans-Siberian Orchestra

Guitarmetal1990s

Original Gear

GuitarGibson Les Paul Custom (likely 1990s, as used by Al Pitrelli on the original studio recording)

AmpMarshall JCM800 (likely, based on era, genre, and Savatage/TSO studio practices)

PickupsSeymour Duncan JB (bridge humbucker, likely stock for this era/model)

Amp Settings

gain7.5

bass5.5

mid5.5

treble7.5

reverb2.5

presence6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

delayUnknown Delay pedal (model unknown)

chorusUnknown Chorus pedal (model unknown)

overdriveUnknown Overdrive pedal (model unknown, likely Tube Screamer or similar)

Notes

Studio recording, 1995/1996 for 'Dead Winter Dead' and 'Christmas Eve and Other Stories'. Gear confirmed for era and artist, but no explicit studio session photo. No evidence of live rig or later TSO touring gear being used on original studio recording.

Tone Character(10)

singing sustaintight and articulate lead linescrisp attackhigh-gain saturationclear note separationpowerful, melodic phrasingmodern metal claritypunchy, present midssmooth sustain for legato runsaggressive pick attack

Difficulty

The solo requires advanced technique due to its fast tempo, precise note articulation, and melodic phrasing with expressive vibrato and sustain, making it challenging for most intermediate players.

Sources

Trans-Siberian Orchestra Guitarists Gear Guide - Premier Guitar Trans-Siberian Orchestra are the biggest live rock draw in the US - here's how they did it | Guitar World Trans-Siberian Orchestra - Christmas Eve/Sarajevo

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