Ghost - Spirit - Guitar Tab

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Ghost - Spirit - Guitar Tab

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Meliora album cover
Meliora
2015 5:15
Ghost 2015 E minor
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Spirit


"Spirit" is a track by Swedish rock band Ghost from their 2015 album Meliora. The song fits Ghost's signature style of blending heavy rock instrumentation with melodic, anthemic structures rooted in classic rock and heavy metal traditions. For electric guitar players, it offers an engaging combination of atmospheric chord progressions and driving riffs that make it a rewarding piece to study and perform.

  • "Spirit" appears on Meliora, the album that significantly raised Ghost's international profile in 2015.
  • Ghost's guitar work on Meliora draws heavily from classic 70s and 80s hard rock and heavy metal tones.
  • The band's guitarists, known as Nameless Ghouls, use layered electric guitar parts to create Ghost's dense, theatrical sound.
Gibson SG Standard
Guitar

Gibson SG Standard

Ghost's Nameless Ghouls use the SG's sharp body and bright tonality for cutting through dense production with articulate rhythm work. The guitar's natural sustain helps their chunky riffs maintain clarity without modern metal muddiness.

ESP Eclipse
Guitar

ESP Eclipse

The Eclipse provides Ghost with a versatile platform for both studio recordings and live performances, offering the tight response needed for their mid-focused crunch tones. Its sleek design and reliable electronics support their atmospheric lead passages seamlessly.

Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier
Amp

Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier

This amp delivers Ghost's signature mid-heavy crunch at moderate gain levels, staying clear and tight during palm muting without descending into saturated distortion. The Dual Rectifier's natural breakup at 5-6 gain is perfect for their contrast between clean and driven passages.

Seymour Duncan JB
Pickup

Seymour Duncan JB

Ghost's ESP guitars benefit from the JB's aggressive high-end bite and punchy output, cutting through the mix during heavier sections. This combination bridges the gap between their clean arpeggios and crunchy, riff-driven moments with powerful definition.

Ibanez Tube Screamer TS9
Pedal

Ibanez Tube Screamer TS9

The TS9 tightens Ghost's rhythm tone and pushes their amp into responsive crunch without adding unnecessary coloration. This classic overdrive pedal is essential for maintaining their clean-to-driven dynamic without sacrificing the clarity they demand.

Boss CE-2 Chorus
Pedal

Boss CE-2 Chorus

The CE-2 creates the shimmery, dimensional quality throughout Ghost's atmospheric passages like Mary On A Cross and He Is. Its subtle modulation adds depth to clean arpeggios while respecting the band's minimalist effects philosophy.

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