Solo Tone

Strange World (2015 Remaster)

Iron Maiden

Guitarmetal1980s

Original Gear

GuitarFender Stratocaster (likely 1970s, black, maple neck, as used by Dave Murray on Iron Maiden's debut album)

AmpMarshall 100W JMP 2203 (early JCM800 circuit, 1970s/1980 studio)

PickupsDiMarzio Super Distortion (bridge), stock Fender single coils (neck/middle)

Amp Settings

gain6.5

bass6

mid7

treble7

reverb1.5

presence5.5

Effects & Signal Chain

chorusUnknown Chorus pedal (model unknown, likely Boss CE-1 or CE-2)

delayUnknown Delay pedal (model unknown, likely analog or tape echo)

Notes

Studio recording, 1979-1980 session for debut album. Dave Murray played the solo on 'Strange World' using his black Stratocaster with a DiMarzio Super Distortion in the bridge. No evidence of live/tour gear or later pedalboards being used on this recording.

Tone Character(10)

warm and smoothsinging sustainlush, atmosphericbright and articulatefull-bodiedslightly compressedsubtle chorus shimmerairy, open top endnot harshclassic British crunch

Difficulty

The solo requires intermediate technique, focusing on expressive bends, vibrato, and smooth legato, but does not demand advanced speed or complex picking patterns.

Sources

Iron Maiden Amp Settings (gear and tone tips) - Guitar Chalk Iron Maiden Members, Gear & Sound | Equipboard

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