how do YOU get a great electric guitar sound? (clean)

[Chibi Nappa]

How well can you play guitar? The majority of "big" comes from the mechanics of playing the instrument, no matter the amp setting/mic/effects.

 

[kidkage]

Ill chime in on the TubeMP comments.
I have one and used it for guitar too. After taking it away I've noticed a clarity in the recorded tones.

 

[Terra]

Ill chime in on the TubeMP comments.
I have one and used it for guitar too. After taking it away I've noticed a clarity in the recorded tones.

Yeah, they are noisy, I had no idea until I removed it.

 

[moresound]

I almost never mic up at the grill anymore (unless I'm using a two mic set up). I just set up my ribbon mic at least 2-3 feet back. Better, stronger tone for sure.

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