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This article explores the impact of guitar profiling technology on metal music production and performance. Guitar profiling allows musicians and producers to digitally replicate the unique sound of any amplifier, giving them greater flexibility to create and experiment with tones. Through interviews with experienced metal producers, the study examines how this technology has transformed studio recording and live performances, making it easier for artists to achieve consistent, high-quality sounds. While the technology has been embraced for its convenience, the article also discusses how it is reshaping traditional practices in metal music.

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This article is unique in focusing on the transformative role of guitar profiling technology in the metal music industry, offering one of the first detailed explorations of its impact on both production and performance. The work is particularly timely as digital technologies continue to reshape the music industry, enabling artists to achieve professional-level sound with greater ease and affordability. By including interviews with experienced metal producers, the study provides valuable insider perspectives on how this technology enhances creativity while challenging traditional methods. The findings contribute to broader discussions about the balance between technological innovation and the preservation of authentic practices, making this research relevant to musicians, producers, and scholars interested in the evolution of music production.

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This page is a summary of: Guitar profiling technology in metal music production: Public reception, capability, consequences and perspectives, Metal Music Studies, September 2018, Intellect,
DOI: 10.1386/mms.4.3.481_1.
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