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The Best of Times
Dream Theater
GuitarSoloDistortedmetal2010s+
Original Gear
GuitarErnie Ball Music Man John Petrucci Signature (likely JP6 or JPXI, 2009 studio recording)
AmpMesa/Boogie Mark IV (studio recording, 2009)
Amp Settings
mid6.5
bass5.5
gain7.5
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singing sustainliquid and smooth leadtight low endclear note separationmid-heavy and musculararticulate highsample delay for dimensiontouch of reverb for spacehigh-gain saturationexpressive vibrato
Difficulty
This solo requires advanced technical proficiency, including fast alternate picking, smooth legato, expressive bends, and complex phrasing typical of Petrucci's style. The tempo and note density, combined with wide intervallic leaps and dynamic control, make it highly challenging for most players.
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