André Olbrich
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| André Olbrich | |
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| Born | May 3, 1967 , Düsseldorf, Germany |
| Genre(s) | Power metal Speed Metal Heavy Metal |
| Instrument(s) | Lead Guitar |
| Years active | 1984 – present |
| Associated acts | Blind Guardian |
André Olbrich (born May 3, 1967, in Düsseldorf, Germany) is the lead guitarist of the German power metal band Blind Guardian. He is one of the band's founders together with vocalist Hansi Kürsch, and serves as one of its main songwriters.
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[edit] Professional
Olbrich's style is influenced by his favourite bands, which include Judas Priest, Megadeth and Black Sabbath. Additionally Olbrich uses much the staccato technique and many other speed metal techniques.[citation needed] He is listed on Guitar World's list of the "100 Greatest Metal Guitarists" at #76.[citation needed] André's guitar work revolves around vocalist Hansi Kursch's singing. Detractor's of this state that Olbrich's playing does not follow true metal format, due its lack of shred guitar in solos. Like many other guitarists however (in particular Slayer guitarist Kerry King) he believes having his own style is more important than being good at what someone else already has done.
[edit] Equipment
Olbrich has been known to use the following:[verification needed]
- ESP Original Series Horizon Custom
- Body: Alder
- Neck: Maple (Neck-thru)
- Pickups: 2x EMG 81
- Floyd Rose Tremolo System
- 24 Jumbo Frets
- ESP Original Series M-II Neck Thru
- Body: Alder with Maple Top
- Neck: Maple (Neck-thru)
- Pickups: 1x EMG 81 (bridge) 1x EMG SA (neck)
- Floyd Rose Tremolo System
- 24 Jumbo Frets
- ESP Original Series Explorer Custom
- Body: Mahogany
- Neck: Maple (Neck-thru)
- Pickups: 2x EMG 81
- Floyd Rose Tremolo System
- 24 Jumbo Frets
- Ovation Legend
- Strings: D'Addario .010 - .046
- Picks: Jim Dunlop Nylon 1 MM
- Amp: Engl Straight
- Cabinets: 2x Marshall 1960 ( A & B
- Rack
- ENGL Powerball
- Furman Powerconditioner
- Shure LX Wireless System
- Rocktron Patchmate
- Yamaha SPX 990
- Ibanez Tubescreamer
- Hughes & Kettner "Red Box" Pro
- Morley Power Wah
- Boss AC2 Acoustic Simulator
[edit] Personal
Olbrich is married and he has one son. He was a school friend of Hansi Kürsch's. He is known to be a sociable with fans, often chatting with them after concerts.
Olbrich's favorite books are The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion, both by J. R. R. Tolkien; he has stated that his dream is to create an orchestral rock-opera for these epics.[who?] His favorite game is World of Warcraft.
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