Solo Tone

Phantom Antichrist

Kreator

Guitarmetal2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarJackson signature prototype (likely King V or RR1, as per Mille Petrozza interview)

AmpDiezel VH4 (main for leads/solos, as per Mille Petrozza interview); Mesa/Boogie Triple Rectifier also profiled for leads, but Diezel is primary

PickupsSeymour Duncan humbuckers (exact model not specified, but typical for Jackson signature models of this era)

Amp Settings

gain8

bass6

mid5

treble7.5

reverb1

presence6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

delayUnknown Delay pedal (model unknown)

eqMXR MXR EQ pedal (model unknown)

Notes

Studio recording for 'Phantom Antichrist' (2012); Mille Petrozza used his Jackson signature prototype for solos, with Diezel VH4 as main amp for lead parts. Kemper Profilers were used to profile the Diezel and Mesa/Boogie Triple Rectifier, but the Diezel is cited as the main sound for solos. Multiple guitars were experimented with, but Jackson was primary for solos. Pedals included MXR effects and EQs, but specific models for the solo are not confirmed. Tube Screamer was used for rhythm, not solo.

Tone Character(10)

tight and percussivesinging sustainaggressive attackarticulate lead lineshigh-gain saturationpiercing and edgycrisp and definedmelodic phrasingslight ambient tail from delaycutting presence

Difficulty

The solo features fast alternate picking, intricate melodic phrasing, and requires precise timing and control at a high tempo, making it challenging for most players.

Sources

Interview: Kreator's Mille Petrozza Talks 'Phantom Antichrist' | Guitar World Kreator Members, Gear & Sound | Equipboard Mille Petrozza on 35 years of Kreator, essential gear and advice for guitarists | MusicRadar

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