Solo Tone

Mr. Brightside

The Killers

Guitarrock2000s

Original Gear

GuitarGibson ES-335

AmpFender-style amp (exact model not specified, likely Fender Hot Rod or Twin Reverb based on era and sources)

PickupsStock Gibson humbuckers

Amp Settings

gain6

bass6.5

mid6.5

treble7

reverb4

presence5.5

Effects & Signal Chain

chorusUnknown Chorus pedal (model unknown)

delayUnknown Delay pedal (model unknown)

Notes

Studio recording, 2003-2004. Dave Keuning used a Gibson ES-335 for solos in The Killers' early era. Amp is described as 'Fender-style' in Guitar World, but no exact model is confirmed for the studio recording. Effects include chorus and delay for cinematic sound. Settings are from Guitar World lesson referencing the studio tone.

Tone Character(10)

bright and articulatesinging sustainmodulated shimmerclear note separationvintage edge-of-breakup crunchcinematic and atmosphericmelodic lead focusslightly compressed attackchorus-enhanced widthtight and percussive

Difficulty

The solo requires intermediate technique due to its fast tempo, melodic phrasing, and the need to maintain clarity with multiple effects engaged.

Sources

The Killers guitar lesson: learn Dave Keuning's anthemic style | Guitar World Dave Keuning: “Learn more voicings if you want to express different emotions through your guitar” | MusicRadar

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