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Opus Pocus Riff Guitar Tone Settings — Jason Becker
Jason Becker · 1980s · metal
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Original Recording
Guitar
Carvin DC200
Pickups
Carvin M22 humbuckers
Amp
Marshall JCM800
Pickup Position
Bridge pickup
Studio recording, 1988. Gear confirmed for Becker's Cacophony era and referenced for 'Opus Pocus' riff section. Boss SD-1 used as boost into Marshall JCM800. No evidence of additional pedals or rack effects for riff section.
Amp Settings
Mids6
Bass6
Gain7.5
Reverb1
Treble7.5
Presence6.5
Effects Chain
- Boss SD-1 Super OverDrive · overdrive
Carvin DC200 → Boss SD-1 Super OverDrive → Marshall JCM800 (minimal spring reverb)
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Tone Character
- crisp and crunchy
- tight and percussive
- aggressive palm muting
- bright and articulate
- high-gain saturation
- exaggerated high-end EQ
- ferocious attack
- clear note separation
- minimal ambience
- focused midrange
Sources
Tone Story / Why This Tone Works
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