Solo Tone

The Forgotten, Pt. 2

Joe Satriani

Guitarrock1980s

Original Gear

GuitarIbanez JS1 (Joe Satriani Signature, likely Chrome Boy or JS1 model, as used on 'Flying in a Blue Dream')

AmpFender Silverface Pro Reverb

PickupsDiMarzio FRED (bridge), DiMarzio PAF Pro (neck), both humbuckers

Amp Settings

gain7

bass6

mid6

treble6.5

reverb4

presence5.5

Effects & Signal Chain

distortionBoss Boss DS-1 Distortion

delayBoss Boss DM-2 Delay

Notes

Studio recording, 1989. Satriani confirmed use of a Silverface Fender Pro Reverb with a Boss DS-1 Distortion pedal for the 'Flying in a Blue Dream' album, which includes 'The Forgotten, Pt. 2'. Microphone: AKG C12-A. No evidence of live rig or other amps for this studio solo.

Tone Character(10)

singing sustainsmooth and fluid leadwarm midrangeclear note articulationtouch-sensitive responsemoderate gain saturationambient delay trailsslightly compressed attackbright but not harsh top endfull-bodied solo presence

Difficulty

The solo requires advanced legato technique, expressive bends, and dynamic control to achieve the singing sustain and fluid phrasing characteristic of Satriani's style.

Sources

Joe Satriani – Flying In A Blue Dream - Albums - Equipboard Joe Satriani's Guitar Gear, Pedalboard & Amps | Equipboard

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