Iron Maiden
Somewhere Back in Time - The Best of 1980-1989 · 1982
Amp settings (as recorded)
The recording
The track was recorded for the 1982 album The Number of the Beast, produced by Martin Birch. The recording process relied on a combination of Dave Murray's and Adrian Smith's distinct guitar styles, tracking multiple layers to capture the characteristic 'galloping' Iron Maiden sound. Most tones were achieved using stock Marshall tube heads (JMP/JCM800) cranked to high volume to exploit tube saturation, augmented by precise studio mic placement and performance consistency rather than heavy post-processing.
Tuning
StandardRecording Signal Chain · 4 items
Fender Stratocaster (Modified)
Fender
Lead/Rhythm
Typically equipped with a high-output bridge humbucker.
Distortion +
MXR
Boost
Classic utility for gain enhancement.
JCM800 2203
Marshall
Primary Amplifier
Standard high-gain British tube amplification.
1960B 4x12
Marshall
Speaker Cabinet
Loaded with Celestion G12-65 or similar vintage speakers.
Tone Characteristics
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