Solo Tone

ranggi metropolis

Wings

Guitarrock1990s

Original Gear

GuitarUnknown (likely Superstrat-style, possible Ibanez or Yamaha, as used by Joe Wings in late 80s/early 90s)

AmpUnknown (likely Marshall JCM800 or similar British high-gain amp, typical for Malaysian rock in late 80s/early 90s)

PickupsHumbucker in bridge position (exact model unknown, likely stock or aftermarket high-output humbucker)

Amp Settings

gain7

bass6

mid6.5

treble7

reverb3.5

presence6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

delayUnknown Delay pedal (model unknown)

Notes

Studio recording, circa 1991 (album: 'Hukum Karma'). No direct evidence for exact gear; inference based on genre, era, and typical Malaysian rock setups. No evidence of live-specific gear for solo section.

Tone Character(10)

singing sustainbright and articulate lead tonefluid legato phrasingtight pick attackmoderate amp reverb for spacedelay repeats on longer noteshigh-output bridge pickup soundarticulate note separationclassic late 80s/early 90s rock leadno audible modulation effects

Difficulty

The solo requires intermediate to advanced technique due to its fast legato passages, expressive bends, and the need to play in sync with delay repeats for a polished sound.

Sources

Ranggi Metropolis Chords by Wings (Malaysia)

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