Solo Tone

Trust

Megadeth

Guitarmetal1990s

Original Gear

GuitarJackson Y2KV (Dave Mustaine signature, used in studio for 'Trust' solo)

AmpMarshall 1959SLP Super Lead (modded, likely by Dave Friedman)

PickupsSeymour Duncan JB (bridge humbucker)

Amp Settings

gain7.5

bass5

mid5.5

treble6.5

reverb1

presence6

Effects & Signal Chain

distortionBoss Boss MT-2 Metal Zone

delayUnknown Delay pedal (model unknown)

Notes

Studio recording, 1997. Mustaine used his Jackson Y2KV with Seymour Duncan JB in the bridge for solos on 'Cryptic Writings', including 'Trust'. Amp was a Marshall Super Lead, likely modded for extra gain. No evidence of live rig or alternate guitars for the studio solo. Cabinet likely Marshall 4x12 with Celestion Vintage 30s. Effects primarily from pedals, not amp.

Tone Character(10)

ripping, tearing lead tonessearing, saturated solo soundtight, percussive attacksinging sustainaggressive palm mutingarticulate high endfocused midrangemodern thrash metal clarityslightly scooped lowscutting, present solo tone

Difficulty

The solo requires advanced picking speed, precise articulation, and control over phrasing and vibrato, making it challenging for most intermediate players.

Sources

Dave Mustaine's Guitar Gear, Pedalboard & Amps - Equipboard Can I get help on getting, the tone I'm looking for?(Megadeth) - Reddit Megadeth, Trust. How can I duplicate these ripping, tearing lead ...

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