Greg Howe
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Fusion Shred Funk Rock

Greg Howe

Solo / Maragold

The groove shredder. He pioneered the use of 'hammer-on from nowhere' legato lines and brought a funky, syncopated feel to the Shrapnel shred era, blending high-tech virtuosity with infectious rhythmic bounce.

3 Eras
9 Gear Items

SIGNATURE TONE

Chewy, woody, and fluid. A bridge humbucker tone with a strong mid-range honk, heavily compressed by tube saturation to facilitate effortless legato lines.

SIGNAL CHAINS BY ERA

Explore how the rig evolved over time

1

Shrapnel Debut Era (1988-1992)

1988-1992 3 items
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The arrival. Blazing speed and neo-classical influence, but with a unique funk groove.

2

Introspection / Fusion Era (1993-2000)

1993-2000 3 items
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Fusion maturity. Developing his signature 'hammer-on from nowhere' legato style.

3

Maragold / Modern Era (2012-Present)

2012-Present 3 items
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Band focus. Signature gear and a return to vocal-driven rock.