
Mike McCready — "Alive" Tone
Pearl Jam: Strat into Marshall — the late-Hendrix-influenced lead playing, pentatonic-blues phrasing in a grunge-rock context. Gear guide to recreate the Mike McCready "Alive" guitar tone at every budget.
About This Tone
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Pearl Jam: Strat into Marshall — the late-Hendrix-influenced lead playing, pentatonic-blues phrasing in a grunge-rock context.
Gear to Achieve This Tone
At £500, these are the key pieces that get you into Mike McCready’s alive territory:
- Squier Classic Vibe 60s StratocasterGuitar
- Joyo Vintage OverdriveOverdrive
- Boss Katana 50 MkIIAmp