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Solo Tone
Air
Jason Becker
Guitarmetal1980s
Original Gear
GuitarCarvin DC200
AmpMarshall JCM800
Amp Settings
gain7.5
bass6
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Notes
Studio recording for 'Air' solo section, from the 1988 album 'Perpetual Burn'. Guitar and amp confirmed by Jason Becker in interviews and Equipboard. No evidence of live rig or alternate gear for this section.
Tone Character(10)
singing sustainfluid legato runscrystal-clear note separationtight and articulate attackhigh-gain saturationshimmering top endrich harmonicssmooth sweep picking clarityfast alternate pickingexpressive vibrato
Difficulty
This solo is considered expert level due to its high tempo, advanced sweep picking, rapid alternate picking, and demanding legato phrasing, requiring exceptional technical proficiency and control.
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Original Gear
GuitarCarvin DC200
AmpMarshall JCM800
Amp Settings
gain7.5
bass6
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Create Free AccountEffects & Signal Chain
Notes
Studio recording for 'Air' solo section, from the 1988 album 'Perpetual Burn'. Guitar and amp confirmed by Jason Becker in interviews and Equipboard. No evidence of live rig or alternate gear for this section.
Tone Character(10)
singing sustainfluid legato runscrystal-clear note separationtight and articulate attackhigh-gain saturationshimmering top endrich harmonicssmooth sweep picking clarityfast alternate pickingexpressive vibrato
Difficulty
This solo is considered expert level due to its high tempo, advanced sweep picking, rapid alternate picking, and demanding legato phrasing, requiring exceptional technical proficiency and control.