Solo Tone

Aquarium (Remastered 2017)

Haken

Guitarmetal2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarIbanez RG 7-string (exact model unknown, likely RG7620 or similar, as used by Charlie Griffiths in this era)

AmpFractal Audio Axe-Fx Ultra (amp modeler, used for studio recording on 'Aquarius' era)

PickupsStock Ibanez humbuckers (likely DiMarzio/IBZ or similar, as per typical RG 7-string spec of the era)

Amp Settings

gain7.5

bass5.5

mid5.5

treble7

reverb3

presence6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

delayUnknown Delay pedal (model unknown, likely Axe-Fx Ultra digital delay block)

reverbUnknown Reverb pedal (model unknown, likely Axe-Fx Ultra digital reverb block)

Notes

Studio recording, 2010s era. Charlie Griffiths is credited for the solo. Axe-Fx Ultra used for amp and effects modeling in studio. No evidence of traditional tube amp or analog pedals on this recording.

Tone Character(10)

singing sustainliquid legatotight and articulatecrystal-clear high endsmooth midrangemodern progressive metalslight ambienceprecise pick attackfluid tappingmelodic phrasing

Difficulty

The solo requires advanced legato, tapping, and alternate picking techniques at a brisk tempo, with complex phrasing and rhythmic precision, making it highly challenging for most guitarists.

Sources

"Aquarium" - "Aquarius" by Haken (bridge section guitar cover)Charlie Griffiths, Haken Guitarist Gear How to re-create Haken guitar sound?

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