Solo Tone

More Than a Feeling

Boston

Guitarrock1970s

Original Gear

Guitar1970s Gibson Les Paul Standard

AmpMarshall Plexi (Super Lead 1959, modded, with Power Soak attenuator)

PickupsGibson humbuckers (likely T-Top, stock for era)

Amp Settings

gain6.5

bass6

mid7

treble7

reverb3

presence6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

chorusUnknown Chorus/Doubler effect (prototype, model unknown)

delayUnknown Delay pedal (model unknown)

compressionUnknown Compressor (model unknown, likely studio rack or pedal)

Notes

Studio recording, 1975-1976. Tom Scholz used a heavily modified Marshall Plexi with a custom Power Soak attenuator and a prototype chorus/doubler effect. The Rockman was not yet invented; all effects were achieved via pedals, rack units, or studio gear. Guitar is confirmed as a Les Paul on bridge pickup for the solo. No evidence of live rig or alternate guitars for this section.

Tone Character(10)

singing sustainsmooth, violin-like leadrich midrange presenceharmonized melodic lineschorused/doubled effectclear note separationmoderate compressiontight, focused attackclassic 1970s arena rock leadtouch-sensitive response

Difficulty

The solo requires accurate bends, harmonized lines, and expressive vibrato, demanding both technical control and melodic phrasing typical of advanced classic rock solos.

Sources

Explore the Inventive Musical Mastery of Tom Scholz | GuitarPlayer More Than A Feeling has a superb guitar sound. - Reddit Amp Settings for More Than a Feeling by Boston (gear and tone tips)How do you get that "Boston" tone - forum topic - Ultimate Guitar

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