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Haruka Kanata Guitar Tone Settings — Asian Kung-Fu Generation

Asian Kung-Fu Generation · 2000s · rock

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Original Recording

Guitar
Gibson Marauder
Pickups
Stock Gibson single-coil (neck) and humbucker (bridge)
Amp
Fender Vibro-King Custom
Pickup Position
Bridge pickup

Studio recording, 2002-2003 era, as used on the 'Hōkai Amplifier' EP. Gotoh Masafumi is documented using the Gibson Marauder for this era and album, and the Vibro-King is confirmed as his main studio amp for heavy tracks including 'Haruka Kanata'.

Amp Settings

Mids
6
Bass
5
Gain
6
Reverb
2
Treble
6
Presence
6

Effects Chain

  • Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer · overdrive

Guitar → Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer (if used) → Fender Vibro-King Custom (spring reverb on low)

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Tone Character

  • punchy and mid-forward
  • tight and articulate
  • slightly compressed
  • dynamic pick attack
  • full-bodied mids
  • bright but not harsh
  • percussive palm-muting
  • focused drive
  • classic J-rock crunch
  • not scooped, retains clarity

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