Solo Tone

So Far Away

Avenged Sevenfold

Guitarmetal2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarSchecter Synyster Gates Custom 'REV' Guitar

AmpMesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier

PickupsSeymour Duncan Synyster Gates Invader (humbucker, bridge position)

Amp Settings

gain8

bass6

mid5

treble7.5

reverb2.5

presence6

Effects & Signal Chain

delayUnknown Delay pedal (model unknown)

noise_gateUnknown Noise gate (model unknown)

Notes

Studio recording for 'So Far Away' solo (2010, Nightmare album). Guitar and amp confirmed via Equipboard and video evidence. Settings estimated from user and forum sources referencing A7X studio tones.

Tone Character(10)

singing sustainsmooth legato runsclear note separationhigh-gain saturationarticulate lead tonemelodic phrasingslight ambient tailtight low endpresent upper midsliquid solo sound

Difficulty

The solo features advanced legato, expressive bends, and requires precise timing with delay, making it challenging for intermediate players and above.

Sources

Schecter Synyster Gates Custom "REV" Guitar - What To Know & Where To Buy | Equipboard Synyster Gates' Guitar Gear, Amp Rig & Pedalboard | Equipboard Avenged sevenfold Guitar Tone : r/avengedsevenfold - Reddit How do you get a tone like avenged sevenfold's solos - Reddit

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