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Solo Tone
Beleza Pura
Masayoshi Takanaka
Guitarjazz1980s
Original Gear
GuitarYamaha SG-2000 'Surfboard' Custom
AmpMesa Boogie Mark II
Amp Settings
gain5
bass6.5
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Notes
Studio recording, original album version (circa 1980). Guitar confirmed by multiple sources as the iconic 'surfboard' Yamaha SG-2000. Amp confirmed as Mesa Boogie MkII for heavier/distorted tones in this era. No evidence of live rig or alternate guitars for this solo.
Tone Character(10)
lush and overdrivenwarm and richsinging sustainchorus shimmerarticulate and clearsmooth legato phrasingslightly compresseddynamic pick attackfusion claritychorus-enhanced width
Difficulty
The solo requires advanced technique, fast picking, smooth legato, and precise articulation, all while controlling dynamics and clarity through heavy effects.
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Original Gear
GuitarYamaha SG-2000 'Surfboard' Custom
AmpMesa Boogie Mark II
Amp Settings
gain5
bass6.5
Create an account to see all tone details
Create Free AccountEffects & Signal Chain
Notes
Studio recording, original album version (circa 1980). Guitar confirmed by multiple sources as the iconic 'surfboard' Yamaha SG-2000. Amp confirmed as Mesa Boogie MkII for heavier/distorted tones in this era. No evidence of live rig or alternate guitars for this solo.
Tone Character(10)
lush and overdrivenwarm and richsinging sustainchorus shimmerarticulate and clearsmooth legato phrasingslightly compresseddynamic pick attackfusion claritychorus-enhanced width
Difficulty
The solo requires advanced technique, fast picking, smooth legato, and precise articulation, all while controlling dynamics and clarity through heavy effects.