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Kirk Hammett — "The Unforgiven (Solo)" Tone

Slower expressive lead — same Mesa/Boogie rig at lower intensity, hear the dynamic range of the high-gain tone. Gear guide to recreate the Kirk Hammett "The Unforgiven (Solo)" guitar tone at every budget.

About This Tone

From: Metallica (Black)

Slower expressive lead — same Mesa/Boogie rig at lower intensity, hear the dynamic range of the high-gain tone.

Gear to Achieve This Tone

At £500, these are the key pieces that get you into Kirk Hammett’s the unforgiven (solo) territory:

  • Jackson JS22 DinkyGuitar
  • Boss Katana 50 MkIIAmp
  • Dunlop GCB95 Cry Baby WahWah
  • Boss DS-1 DistortionDistortion
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