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Megadeth · 1990s · metal
studio
Original Recording
Guitar
Jackson Kelly KE1 (Dave Mustaine signature, 1994 studio recording)
Pickups
Seymour Duncan JB (bridge humbucker), Seymour Duncan '59 (neck humbucker)
Amp
Custom Audio Electronics CAE 3+ SE preamp into VHT 2150 power amp (studio), likely into Marshall 4x12 cabinet
Pickup Position
Bridge pickup
Studio recording, 1994. Gear confirmed for Youthanasia album sessions. No evidence of live/touring substitutions for this specific recording.
Amp Settings
Mids4.5
Bass6
Gain7.5
Reverb1
Treble7.5
Presence6.5
Effects Chain
- Overdrive/boost pedal (model unknown, likely used for tightening) · overdrive
Jackson Kelly KE1 → Overdrive/boost pedal (model unknown) → CAE 3+ SE preamp → VHT 2150 power amp → Marshall 4x12 cabinet (studio plate reverb added at mix or via rack unit)
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Tone Character
- tight and percussive
- saturated but clear
- articulate under high gain
- aggressive palm muting
- scooped but present mids
- crisp, bright top end
- controlled low end
- focused modern metal rhythm
- minimal ambience
- fast attack