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Iris Solo Guitar Tone Settings — The Goo Goo Dolls
The Goo Goo Dolls · 1990s · rock
studio
Original Recording
Guitar
1972 Fender Telecaster Deluxe
Pickups
Fender Wide Range Humbuckers
Amp
Marshall JCM800 2205 50-Watt Head
Pickup Position
Bridge pickup
Studio recording, 1998. Guitar and amp confirmed as used on 'Iris' album sessions. Multiple amps were rented for the album, but the JCM800 is specifically cited for distorted tones. Pickup type inferred from guitar model. No evidence of alternate guitars or amps for the solo section.
Amp Settings
Mids7
Bass6
Gain6.5
Reverb3
Treble6.5
Presence6
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Tone Character
- singing sustain
- crunchy, articulate lead tone
- open, ringing chords
- moderate gain with clarity
- warm midrange presence
- slightly compressed attack
- dynamic response to picking
- classic Marshall crunch
- clear note separation
- not overly scooped