Metallica
Down-picked rhythm with a scooped Mesa/Boogie and active pickups — the sound of the palm mute itself.
Known for: Master of Puppets, Sad but True, Enter Sandman
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Used as a clean boost in front of the Rectifier.
Scooped mids, huge low end.
The ESP builds he has toured with for decades.
His main Explorer, fitted with EMG pickups.
What to dial in to chase James Hetfield's signature sounds — knob positions, pickup choice and amp EQ as documented.
Scooped mids, tight low end and a Tube Screamer as a boost for the down-picked riff.
Down-tuned and even heavier, with the low end pushed further.