Solo Tone

Them Bones

Alice In Chains

Guitarmetal1990s

Original Gear

Guitar1985 G&L Rampage

AmpMarshall JCM800 2203 (Bogner-modded), possibly blended with Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier prototype

PickupsG&L Rampage humbucker (Schaller Golden 50, bridge position)

Amp Settings

gain8

bass6

mid5.5

treble7

reverb1

presence6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

boostUnknown Overdrive/Boost pedal (model unknown)

Notes

Studio recording for 'Dirt' album (1992). Jerry Cantrell is confirmed to have used his G&L Rampage and a Bogner-modded Marshall JCM800 for the majority of Alice In Chains' 'Dirt' album, with some sources mentioning a prototype Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier possibly blended in. Solo section tone is distinct from rhythm, with more gain and slightly scooped mids. No evidence of live rig or alternate guitars for this solo.

Tone Character(10)

crushing intensitysqualling lead toneshairy yet definedslightly scooped midsaggressive attacktight and percussivesinging sustainclear note separationhigh-gain saturationarticulate lead sound

Difficulty

The solo features fast legato and alternate picking passages, precise bends, and aggressive phrasing that require advanced control and timing, making it challenging for most intermediate players.

Sources

Jerry Cantrell's Guitar Gear, Pedalboard & Amps | Equipboard Jerry Cantrell's Guitar Gear, Pedalboard & Amps | Equipboard Jerry Cantrell's Alice In Chains tone in a box for $110? Funny Little ...

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