What Amateurs Don't Understand About Guitar Tone

Summary by Krater

Guitarist Tim Pierce tests out a selection of guitar amplifiers and microphones in a studio setting, comparing models from Marshall, Orange, Park, and Sovtek, alongside Sennheiser and Shure microphones.

From the video

Answers: How do different vintage guitar amplifiers and microphones sound when tested in a studio?

• guitar amplifier shootout
• microphone comparison for guitar cabs
• studio guitar tone testing
• Marshall JMP 1971
• Orange Overdrive Series Two
• Park P45/100
• Sovtek MIG 100H
• Fender Deluxe Reverb
• Sennheiser MD 421 microphone variations
• Shure SM57 microphone

What it concludes

• The 1971 Marshall JMP amp paired with the Shure SM 57 and Sennheiser MD 421 standard microphones delivers a classic, clean high-end tone suitable for recording.
• The Sennheiser MD 421 Kompakt microphone adds more high-end presence, whereas the standard MD 421 provides a darker, warmer tone.
• The Orange Overdrive Series Two amp offers a crunchy, aggressive tone with distinct bite and teeth.
• The Park P45/100 amp provides a great tone and response particularly suited for single-note playing.
• The Sovtek MIG 100H amp delivers a raw, aggressive, uncultured Marshall-style sound that makes the player less polished.