Solo Tone

Faithfully

Journey

Guitarrock1980s

Original Gear

GuitarGibson Les Paul Custom (likely black, 1970s/early 80s era)

AmpMarshall JMP 2203 (100W, late 70s/early 80s, likely modded for more gain)

PickupsGibson humbuckers (stock, late 70s/early 80s)

Amp Settings

gain7

bass6

mid7

treble7

reverb3.5

presence6

Effects & Signal Chain

chorusUnknown Chorus pedal (model unknown, likely Boss CE-1 or Roland Dimension D)

delayUnknown Delay pedal (model unknown, likely analog or tape-style)

overdriveUnknown Overdrive pedal (model unknown, possibly Boss OD-1 or similar)

Notes

Studio recording, 1982-1983 for 'Frontiers' album. Neal Schon is known to have used a Les Paul Custom into a Marshall JMP for the 'Faithfully' solo. No evidence of live gear or later digital/modeling rigs for this recording. Effects are primarily from pedals, not amp.

Tone Character(10)

singing sustainsmooth and melodicrich harmonic overtoneslush stereo chorus effectclear note separationwarm yet articulatevocal-like phrasingexpressive bendsdelicate delay repeatsnot overly saturated

Difficulty

The solo requires control of bends and vibrato for vocal-like phrasing, as well as accurate timing to match the delay repeats and maintain melodic flow. While not technically extreme, it demands expressive playing and good tone control.

Sources

Journey Members, Gear & Sound | Equipboard Journey faithfully - what do I need ? | Page 2

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