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Solo Tone
After Midnight
Andy James
Guitarmetal2010s+
Original Gear
GuitarKiesel AJ2 (Andy James Signature, likely 2019-2020 spec)
AmpPeavey 6505+ (studio recording, high-gain channel engaged)
Amp Settings
gain8
bass6
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Notes
Studio recording, 2019-2020 era. Andy James is known for running guitar straight into amp for solos, rarely using pedals. No evidence of live rig or alternate gear for this specific solo. Settings and effects inferred from genre, era, and artist statements.
Tone Character(10)
tight and percussivehigh-gain saturationsinging sustainclear note separationarticulate attackmodern metal leadminimal noiseprecise pick responsefluid legatocrisp high end
Difficulty
This solo requires expert-level technique due to its rapid tempo, advanced picking and legato passages, and the need for precise articulation and control at high gain.
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Original Gear
GuitarKiesel AJ2 (Andy James Signature, likely 2019-2020 spec)
AmpPeavey 6505+ (studio recording, high-gain channel engaged)
Amp Settings
gain8
bass6
Create an account to see all tone details
Create Free AccountEffects & Signal Chain
Notes
Studio recording, 2019-2020 era. Andy James is known for running guitar straight into amp for solos, rarely using pedals. No evidence of live rig or alternate gear for this specific solo. Settings and effects inferred from genre, era, and artist statements.
Tone Character(10)
tight and percussivehigh-gain saturationsinging sustainclear note separationarticulate attackmodern metal leadminimal noiseprecise pick responsefluid legatocrisp high end
Difficulty
This solo requires expert-level technique due to its rapid tempo, advanced picking and legato passages, and the need for precise articulation and control at high gain.