Solo Tone

Hollow Years (Live à Paris 2024)

Dream Theater

Guitarmetal2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarErnie Ball Music Man John Petrucci Majesty 7

AmpMesa/Boogie JP-2C (John Petrucci Signature) head

PickupsDiMarzio Rainmaker (neck), DiMarzio Dreamcatcher (bridge) humbuckers

Amp Settings

gain6.5

bass6

mid6.5

treble6.5

reverb3.5

presence6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

wahDunlop Dunlop Rackmount Cry Baby Wah

delayFractal Audio Fractal Axe-FX III (Delay block)

chorusFractal Audio Fractal Axe-FX III (Chorus block)

reverbFractal Audio Fractal Axe-FX III (Reverb block)

overdriveIbanez Keeley-modified Ibanez TS-9 Tube Screamer

Notes

Live performance, 2024, as part of Dream Theater's 40th Anniversary Tour. Petrucci is confirmed to use the Majesty 7 with DiMarzio signature pickups and the Mesa/Boogie JP-2C head for current live shows. Effects are primarily run through a Fractal Axe-FX III for modulation and time-based effects, with some pedals for overdrive/boost and wah. Settings are estimated based on typical Petrucci live rig and genre conventions for the solo section.

Tone Character(10)

singing sustainliquid and smooth lead tonetight low endarticulate and clear high noteslush delay and reverb ambiencerich harmonic overtonescutting presence for solostouch-sensitive responsecrystal-clear note separationsmooth legato phrasing

Difficulty

The solo demands advanced technical proficiency, including fast alternate picking, smooth legato, expressive vibrato, and precise rhythmic control, making it challenging even for experienced players.

Sources

Rig Rundown - Dream Theater's John Petrucci - Premier Guitar John Petrucci Talks Dream Theater's Along For The Ride Tour, Grammy Nomination and Gear | Guitar World John Petrucci 2024 Rig Walkthrough - YouTube

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