Solo Tone

Creatures of the Night (Live)

Kiss

Guitarmetal1980s

Original Gear

GuitarJackson Vinnie Vincent Double-V

AmpMarshall JCM800 (likely 2203 head, era-correct for 1982-1984 Kiss live shows)

PickupsDiMarzio Super Distortion humbuckers

Amp Settings

gain7.5

bass6

mid6

treble7

reverb2

presence6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

No effects used for this tone

Notes

Live performance, 1984 era, solo section. Guitarist: Vinnie Vincent. Gear confirmed for Creatures of the Night tour and live performances. No evidence of additional preamp or drive pedals in the solo section; distortion comes from amp. No evidence of studio effects or rack gear for this live solo.

Tone Character(10)

aggressive and saturatedtight and percussivesinging sustainsharp upper midsarticulate pick attackhigh output, punchycutting lead presenceminimal ambienceloud and in-your-faceclassic 80s metal solo

Difficulty

The solo features fast, technical runs, aggressive picking, and expressive bends, requiring advanced control and speed typical of 80s metal lead guitar.

Sources

Vinnie Vincent | Equipboard Lead guitar on “Creatures of the Night” : r/KISS - Reddit One of the best 80's Guitar Sounds | Page 6

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