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Cliffs of Dover (Live)
Eric Johnson
GuitarSoloDistortedrock1980s
Original Gear
Guitar1954 Fender Stratocaster (modified wiring, DiMarzio HS-2 bridge pickup)
Amp1969 Marshall Model 1959 Super Lead 100-watt head into Marshall 4x12 with Celestion G12-80 speakers
Amp Settings
mid5
bass5.5
gain7.5
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singing sustainsmooth and violin-likewarm and creamyarticulate and fluidtouch-sensitiveclear note separationslight edge of breakupdynamic responsesweet, sustaining leadnon-percussive attack
Difficulty
The solo is considered expert-level due to its high speed, intricate phrasing, demanding picking and legato technique, and the need for expressive dynamic control throughout.
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