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Empire - 20th Anniversary Edition album cover
Empire - 20th Anniversary Edition
1990 5:22
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Queensryche Progressive Rock 1990 E minor
Capo Advisor 0 E minor · Original key

About Jet City Woman

At 120 BPM in E minor with standard tuning, "Jet City Woman" sits in a comfortable pocket that rewards clean picking and controlled vibrato rather than raw speed. The song's appeal on guitar comes from its melodic, almost restrained lead work and the way the rhythm parts lock into a steady groove without relying on heavy distortion to carry the weight. Queensryche built their reputation in Progressive Rock on precise, thoughtful playing, and this track reflects that, asking you to prioritize tone and note placement over flash. The chord work in the verses benefits from a clean, even attack, so pay attention to your right-hand dynamics. The lead sections have a lyrical quality that lives or dies on your bending accuracy and vibrato control. Use the Practice Toolbar to loop those bends at a slower speed until the pitch is spot on before bringing it back up to tempo.

  • Playing in E Standard at 120 BPM keeps the song accessible, but clean picking discipline and consistent vibrato are what actually make it sound right.
  • The lead guitar work is melodic and restrained, so focus on bending accuracy and note sustain rather than speed or technical complexity.
  • Rhythm parts rely on controlled right-hand dynamics rather than heavy gain, making it a useful exercise in tone shaping at moderate volume.

How to Play Jet City Woman

Tuning: E Standard · Key: E minor · Tempo: 120 BPM

Use the section loop to isolate a passage, drop the speed below 100%, and set the metronome to 120 BPM to build it up to tempo.

PRS Custom 24
Guitar

PRS Custom 24

DeGarmo switched to the PRS Custom 24 to achieve warmer, more refined clean tones that complemented Queensryche's progressive rock sophistication. Its responsive pickups and sustain made it ideal for the melodic, textured passages that define songs like 'Silent Lucidity.'

Marshall JCM800
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Marshall JCM800

Both Queensryche guitarists relied on the JCM800's saturated yet articulate crunch, pushing the tube power section into natural saturation for dynamic rhythm tones. This amp captured their signature blend of precision riffing and responsive high-gain aggression across 'Operation: Mindcrime' and 'Empire.'

Soldano SLO-100
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Soldano SLO-100

Wilton chose the Soldano SLO-100 for its tighter high-gain response and singing lead tone that cut through dense arrangements. Its compressed sustain and controlled distortion made it perfect for Queensryche's technically demanding, soaring lead passages.

EMG 81
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EMG 81

Wilton's choice of EMG 81 actives delivered the tight low-end response and compressed sustain essential for 'Operation: Mindcrime's' heavy, articulate riffs. Its noise-free performance enabled clean palm-muting precision in their complex rhythm work.

Dunlop Cry Baby Wah
Pedal

Dunlop Cry Baby Wah

Wilton used the Cry Baby wah for expressive lead moments that added emotional depth to Queensryche's progressive compositions. Its responsive sweep complemented his soaring, vocal-like guitar lines throughout the band's classic era.

Ibanez Tube Screamer TS9
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Ibanez Tube Screamer TS9

Both guitarists employed the TS9 as a boost to tighten their Marshall's front end, adding clarity to palm-muted rhythm tones without sacrificing warmth. This subtle stacking approach kept their high-gain rhythm work articulate and controlled within Queensryche's complex arrangements.

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