Blackbird Solo Guitar Tone Settings — Alter Bridge
Alter Bridge · 2000s · rock
studio
Original Recording
A reconstruction of the solo tone. Gear attributions and estimated settings are explained in the research notes below.
Studio recording, 2007. Mark Tremonti used his PRS signature guitar with PRS Tremonti humbuckers. For the solo, the lead was tracked with a Bogner Ecstasy (per MusicRadar), while rhythm tracks used the Mesa/Boogie Triple Rectifier. Effects include a Fulltone DejáVibe for the Uni-Vibe style modulation. Settings are for the studio version.
Amp Settings
Suggested starting points on a 0–10 scale, not documented studio knob positions. Match to your gear for controls specific to your setup.
Effects Chain
- Fulltone DejáVibe · modulation
PRS Mark Tremonti Signature → Fulltone DejáVibe → Bogner Ecstasy (lead channel, with amp reverb)
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Tone Character
- singing sustain
- rich harmonic overtones
- fluid legato runs
- tight low end
- articulate pick attack
- soaring lead tone
- modulated solo effect
- present upper mids
- clear note separation
- dynamic response