How to get that "hardcore" sound

When trying to get a really heavy guitar sound there are a few things you need to consider. the first is what kind of guitar are you using? Some of the biggest name guitar companies with metal is Schecter, ESP, Ibanez, BC Rich, and Gibsons. I would suggest playing a few to match your styles because theres diffenrent strokes for different folks! You also need to think of what tunning and gauge stings your using. If your going to be playing in drop D you will want to use .11 gauge stings, I prefer using D'adidario strings because you can pull off good pinch harmonics. If you are going for drop B, Bb, or A you will want a thicker gauge such as .13. Another thing to think about would be the amp you are using. If you are using a fender 15 watt amp chances are that your not going to be jammin very hard. You are going to want something more beefy like a Orange or a Mesa Boogie. Check your settings, you dont want your mids all the way up. Also make sure your neck has a good adjustment on it, if the neck has a bad trus rod adjustment then your going to be hearing alot of buzzing from your strings.