Symphony X (album)

Symphony X is the first studio album by progressive metal band Symphony X, originally released in 1994 through Zero Corporation in Japan, and reissued in 1996 through Inside Out Music in Europe; a remastered edition was reissued on January 13, 2004 through Inside Out Music. The album's release came about as a result of band guitarist Michael Romeo's 1994 solo album, The Dark Chapter, achieving success in Japan. It is the only Symphony X album to feature singer Rod Tyler, who would be replaced by Russell Allen on all subsequent works.

Critical reception
Robert Taylor at AllMusic gave Symphony X 1.5 stars out of 5, noting the predominant Yngwie Malmsteen influences throughout the music, and calling the album "Humble beginnings for what was to become a very original and influential band."

Personnel
Technical personnel
 * Rod Tyler – vocals
 * Michael Romeo – guitar
 * Michael Pinnella – keyboard
 * Jason Rullo – drums
 * Thomas Miller – bass
 * Mike Thompson – engineering, mixing
 * Joseph M. Palmaccio – mastering