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Adam & The Ants · 1980s · rock

studio

Original Recording

Guitar
Yamaha SG2000
Pickups
Yamaha SG2000 stock humbuckers
Amp
Marshall JMP 50 (likely 2203 or 2204 head) into 4x12 cabinet
Pickup Position
Bridge pickup

Studio recording, 1980 single version. No evidence of pedal use on this specific recording; classic New Wave/rock production. Guitarist Marco Pirroni is known for Yamaha SG2000 and Marshall JMP setup on early Adam & The Ants recordings.

Amp Settings

Mids
7
Bass
6
Gain
6
Reverb
1.5
Treble
7
Presence
5.5

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Tone Character

  • tight and percussive
  • midrange punch
  • slightly gritty crunch
  • articulate and dry
  • minimal ambience
  • focused attack
  • clear note separation
  • aggressive strumming
  • British amp voicing

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