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LINKIN PARK

Guitarrock2000s

Original Gear

GuitarPRS Custom 24 (likely 2002-2003 model, as used by Brad Delson on Meteora sessions)
AmpMesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier (clean channel) into Mesa/Boogie Rectifier 4x12 cabinet
PickupsPRS HFS (bridge) and Vintage Bass (neck) humbuckers

Amp Settings

gain0
bass5.5
mid5
treble7
reverb2.5
presence6

Effects & Signal Chain

compressionUnknown Compressor pedal (model unknown)

Notes

Studio recording, 2002-2003. No evidence of alternate guitars or amps for the clean solo section. All gear confirmed for Meteora studio sessions, but no explicit pedalboard details for this specific clean solo.

Tone Character(10)
crystal clearbright and articulateslightly compressedtight low endpresent upper midssmooth sustainstudio-polishedsubtle ambient reverbdistinct note separationno audible modulation

Difficulty

The solo is technically straightforward but demands clean execution, dynamic control, and precise timing to achieve the polished studio sound.

Sources

Linkin Park – Meteora 20th Anniversary Edition - EquipboardLinkin Park – Meteora (Bonus Edition) - Gear & Equipment Used on ...Linkin park tone : r/Line6Helix - RedditHow can I get the sound of Linkin park ? [QUESTION] : r/Guitar - Reddit

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