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Akira Yamaoka

Guitarrock2000s

Original Gear

GuitarFender Stratocaster (exact model unknown, likely Japanese or Mexican production, as used by Akira Yamaoka in early 2000s studio work)

AmpLine 6 POD (original 'bean' model, using Black Panel amp model, direct to interface; no evidence of a traditional amp used for the studio recording)

PickupsSingle-coil (Stratocaster stock pickups, model unknown)

Amp Settings

gain5.5

bass5.5

mid6

treble7

reverb3

presence6

Effects & Signal Chain

chorusUnknown Chorus pedal (model unknown)

Notes

Studio recording, 2003. Gear inferred from multiple sources referencing Akira Yamaoka's use of a Stratocaster and Line 6 POD for Silent Hill 3 soundtrack. No evidence of live rig or traditional amp/cabinet for this recording.

Tone Character(10)

slightly gritty edge-of-breakupbright and cuttingarticulate single-coil attackmodest sustainclear note separationmild chorus shimmertight low endemphasized upper midsslight digital sheen (from POD)not overly compressed

Difficulty

The riff requires tight timing and clean articulation to maintain clarity with the modulation effect, but does not involve advanced techniques or high speed.

Sources

Akira Yamaoka – SILENT HILL3 （Original Soundtrack） - Gear & Equipment Used on the Album | Equipboard Recreating Silent Hill 2 OST Guitar Tones Using Original Gear?! | silenthaven_A question about Akira Yamaoka sound. : r/silenthill - Reddit

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