Solo Tone

Sunburn

Muse

Guitarrock1990s

Original Gear

GuitarYamaha Pacifica 120S (modified with DiMarzio pickups, Roland GK2 pickup)

AmpMarshall JCM2000 DSL100

PickupsDiMarzio humbucker (exact model unspecified, high output, likely bridge position)

Amp Settings

gain7.5

bass6

mid7

treble7

reverb2.5

presence6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

modulationRoland Roland VG8

delayLine 6 Line 6 DL4 Delay Modeler

Notes

Studio recording, 1999 era (Showbiz album). Guitar was modified with DiMarzio humbuckers and Roland GK2 for VG8 processing. Main amp for distorted tones was the Marshall JCM2000 DSL100. Effects (delay, pitch shifting) were primarily achieved via Roland VG8 multi-effects processor and Line 6 DL4. No evidence of fuzz or wah on this solo. Pickup likely bridge for solo cut and clarity. No evidence of live/touring gear used in studio.

Tone Character(10)

singing sustaintight, focused lead toneclear note separationarticulate attackrich harmonic overtonesslight delay ambiencecutting upper midscompressed, saturated soundmodern British distortionnotably present in the mix

Difficulty

The solo requires advanced lead technique, including fast runs, expressive bends, and tight synchronization with delay repeats, making it challenging for most intermediate players.

Sources

"Make me sound like Muse" Chapter 1 : Showbiz Tour (1999-2000)Muse – Showbiz - Gear & Equipment Used on the Album | Equipboard Matthew Bellamy's Guitar Gear, Pedalboard & Amps | Equipboard

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