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Aces High (2015 Remaster) Solo Guitar Tone Settings — Iron Maiden
Iron Maiden · 1980s · metal
studio
Original Recording
Guitar
Ibanez Destroyer (likely 1975 model, used by Adrian Smith on Powerslave sessions)
Pickups
DiMarzio Super Distortion humbucker (bridge position, stock for this era/model)
Amp
Marshall JCM800 2203 head with 4x12 cabinet (studio recording, 1984 Powerslave sessions)
Pickup Position
Bridge pickup
Studio recording, 1984 (Powerslave); Adrian Smith solo; Ibanez Destroyer confirmed for this era; Marshall JCM800 is the documented amp for Maiden's 80s studio tones. No evidence of additional pedals for the solo section.
Amp Settings
Mids6.5
Bass6
Gain7.5
Reverb1.5
Treble7.5
Presence6
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Tone Character
- tight and percussive
- singing sustain
- articulate pick attack
- clear note separation
- aggressive bridge pickup bite
- slight midrange emphasis
- fast alternate picking clarity
- minimal ambient wash
- focused and compressed
- classic 80s British metal lead sound