The Edge's Room of Amps

The guitar wizard of U2 has a nuanced sound that depends on both Fender and Vox amps. Get the skinny on how he EQs them and the precision of the Edge's ear.

The Edge tours with 45 guitars. He performs with 18 to 20 different guitars every show and has a backup for every one of them. The Edge does not endorse any string company but has Dallas Schoo constantly experimenting with different brands and gauges for each guitar and tuning.

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[hofnermty]

Back in 2006, I was right right up in front of one of the ramps that the stage had and before the show, Dallas was checking something, walking up and down the ramp while playing Edges guitar ( the cream colored telecaster he would use for Vertigo), I’m guessing he was checking something to do with the wireless transmitter, but the cool thing that I want to mention is that I called Dallas’s name and I guess he was surprised for someone to know and call out his name, so the stoped and turned around and came to me, I said “ Hey man, can I have a strum? “ He said “go for it, quick!” So I got I reached my hand and he put the guitar down so I could reach and I got to strum the guitar . I know it’s not a big deal, but it was very cool for me.

[sn_mustang_garage]

The Edge is all about tone....that’s it. He’s not flashy, he doesn’t shred, he just is a master tone down to the guitar pick. If you haven’t seen this band live you’ll be blown how good they sound compared to the albums. Even outside too, it’ll blow you away. I was shocked how well The Edge juggling all these guitars and dancing on all these pedals sounded while being on time....it’s insane.

[Sammy]

That dude is still hearing feedback from a 1994 concert.

[donaldmoser]

My favorite part of Rig Rundown's are when they get to the amps (Axe Fx excluded). Love guitars, but so much tone is created in the amps and speakers. This tech didn't disappoint!

[rexnavarro]

The Edge's Guitar Tech is on Point...no room for error.

[budgetguitarist]

John is a star in his own right - I always get stoked when I see John on these, because he's the best. As far as the small differences between sounds, some people just seem more in tune with them, like The Edge and Eric Johnson.

[ronniesweeting]

I met & hung some w/ Dallas ("really big" Shoo) 42 years ago in Boulder when he worked for Firefall. Just as dedicated, sweet & cool then, as he appears to still be here. It's kind of infectious, isn't it John (I see you catching his glow - it's shiny on your face man). I sure hope he's compensated large (& I bet he is - deservedly so) for that singular spirit - it's priceless!

[javiceres]

This is a mobile Super Museum of studio all time greatness. The best part is this museum is commanded and literally played by one that lived through XX Century rock history and wrote a part of it. In no time it won't be the possibility to witness things like these anymore. We can actually be THANKFULif we see it with PERSPECTIVE.

[Manakel]

The Edge isn't a plug & play guitarist, defo. All my sympathy for this dude. I bet Adam Clayton's tech has an easier life...

[petervad]

Wow, a fascinating look into how The Edge generates his amazing sounds. Thank you!

[RhettShull]

What I would give for a schematic of the "Vox 1"

[larrylewislarry]

Every part of this interview sailed way over my head but I watched it from start to finish. Fascinating.

[jboling]

I love this tech's passion about being a very important part of the process and also love Carl B's enthusiasm during this interview.

[Skypie]

The best PG run down videos are always with Johnny B...He can walk the talk, and that is the difference.🎸🎵🎶🎼👍

[veerchasm]

John: “the Edge drinks water?”
Dallas: “No, no, no...”
John: “does he breath air?”
Dallas: “No, no, no...”

[pierheadjump]

The other Edge of tone. No words to describe the artistry... of the whole production. Awesome. Thank you. ⚓️

[johnnyz]

This guitar tech is so cool, really a major contributor to the Edge’s sound!!

[filipdemeyst]

This is a real passionate tech. Great episode. And John is such a good reporter every time again.

[Nevermindx]

The story about the Vox guys coming in to inspect “THE” amp was awesome.