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Stream of Consciousness Riff Guitar Tone Settings — Dream Theater
Dream Theater · 2000s · metal
studio
Original Recording
Guitar
Music Man John Petrucci Signature Model
Pickups
DiMarzio LiquiFire (neck) and Crunch Lab (bridge)
Amp
Mesa/Boogie Mark II C+
Pickup Position
Bridge pickup
Studio recording, 2003
Amp Settings
Mids5.5
Bass6
Gain8
Reverb2
Treble7
Presence6.5
Effects Chain
- Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer · overdrive
- Boss DD-3 Digital Delay · delay
- MXR Phase 90 · phaser
Guitar → Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer → Boss DD-3 Digital Delay → MXR Phase 90 → Mesa/Boogie Mark II C+ (with spring reverb)
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Tone Character
- tight and percussive
- aggressive and articulate
- sustained and melodic
- complex and dynamic
- rich harmonic content
Notes & Caveats
- Exact amp settings are estimated based on typical usage of the Mesa/Boogie Mark II C+ in similar contexts.
- Specific pedal models and settings are inferred from common practices and may not reflect the exact equipment used in the recording.
- Settings cross-referenced with genre and era conventions for accuracy. Dream Theater's 'Stream of Consciousness' features a modern metal tone with high gain and balanced EQ settings to cut through the mix, typical of John Petrucci's style. The reverb is minimal to maintain clarity and tightness.