Solo Tone

Remarkably Human

Nick Johnston

Guitarrock2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarSchecter Nick Johnston Traditional

AmpVictory V40 The Duchess (studio), also reported: PRS Archon Lead Channel (modelled in Axe-Fx III for studio emulation)

PickupsSchecter Diamond Nick Johnston Single Coils

Amp Settings

gain5

bass5

mid6.5

treble6

reverb5

presence6

Effects & Signal Chain

delayStrymon Strymon El Capistan

reverbEmpress Empress Reverb

overdriveJHS JHS Bonsai

compressionXotic Xotic SP Compressor

Notes

Studio recording, 2016 (Remarkably Human album). Nick Johnston is known to use his Schecter signature Strat-style guitar with single coils and the Victory V40 The Duchess amp for clean/edge-of-breakup tones. Some sources mention PRS Archon Lead Channel (modelled in Axe-Fx III) as a close emulation for studio tones. Effects are primarily from pedals, not amp. No evidence of live rig being used on the studio recording.

Tone Character(10)

singing sustainwarm and vocal-likeclear note separationambient and spaciousarticulate pick attacksmooth legato phrasingslightly compressedlush delay trailstouch-sensitive responsenot overly bright, balanced highs

Difficulty

The solo features advanced legato technique, expressive phrasing, and requires precise control of dynamics and articulation, making it challenging for all but advanced players.

Sources

Nick Johnston Amp Settings and Tone Tips - Guitar Chalk Nick Johnston. Holy crap. | Guitar Forum Nick Johnston — Equipboard

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