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Shock Me
Kiss
GuitarSoloDistortedrock1970s
Original Gear
GuitarGibson Les Paul Custom (1970s, likely 1973-1974 model, three-pickup configuration)
AmpMarshall Super Lead 100-watt (Plexi, likely model 1959, dimed)
Amp Settings
mid7
bass6
gain8
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singing sustainaggressive bridge pickup biteharmonically rich distortioncrunchy and spunkytight and percussive attackslightly nasal upper midsclear note separationclassic British crunchno added effects colorationresponsive to picking dynamics
Difficulty
The solo requires intermediate to advanced control of bends, vibrato, and picking technique to achieve Ace Frehley's signature attack and sustain, but does not involve extreme speed or complex modern techniques.
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