How in the world can bad lead guitar tone ever be a good thing?
Guitar tone can be the biggest pain in the ass to get right and we all know how important it is to the overall sound of a pro production.
It can be, if you don’t know how to go about it, one of the most frustrating things to get right.
Well I’m here to tell you that when it comes to guitar tone in a metal production, it’s your rhythm guitar tone that really needs to be top-notch.
Crisp, but not too bright.
Full, but not too muddy.
Punchy, but not too abrasive.
It can be a tough balance to get right.
It makes sense when you think about it. Rhythm guitars, along with your drum tracks and bass, are part of the foundation of your mix.
A weak rhythm guitar sound results in an overall weak mix.
This is why you can get away with almost any tone when it comes to your lead guitar tracks.
As a matter of fact, a bad (or very odd) lead guitar tone can actually help your mix.
It might not seem obvious, but it’s true.
Watch my latest tutorial where I demonstrate a real-world example of how a bad lead guitar sound can actually be a good thing.
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