Riff Tone

Archfiend

Revocation

Guitarmetal2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarJackson Pro Series Signature Chris Broderick Soloist 7

AmpEVH 5150 III 100-Watt Tube Head

PickupsDiMarzio D Activator 7 (humbucker, bridge position)

Amp Settings

gain8.5

bass6

mid5

treble7

reverb0

presence6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

overdriveMaxon Maxon OD808 Overdrive

Notes

Studio recording for 'Archfiend' (2014, Deathless album). Guitarist Dave Davidson is confirmed to use the Jackson Chris Broderick 7-string as a main instrument for this era. The EVH 5150 III is cited as his primary amp for both rhythm and lead in this period. Maxon OD808 used as a boost. No evidence of modulation or time-based effects in the riff section; pedalboard evidence is from live and studio overlap, but settings are inferred for studio context.

Tone Character(10)

tight and percussiveaggressive palm mutingmodern high-gain saturationarticulate note definitionlow-end punchdry, focused rhythmcrisp pick attackminimal ambienceclear, cutting midsslightly scooped but not hollow

Difficulty

The riff section of 'Archfiend' features rapid alternate picking, intricate palm muting, and complex rhythm patterns at a fast tempo, demanding high technical proficiency and tight synchronization.

Sources

David Davidson, Revocation Guitarist Gear | Equipboard Most memorable acoustic guitar passages in metal songs - Reddit

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