Riff Tone

Backstabber

Dystopia

Guitarmetal1990s

Original Gear

GuitarUnknown, likely Gibson SG or similar (no direct source for exact model on this recording)

AmpUnknown, likely Marshall or Peavey high-gain amp (no direct source for exact model on this recording)

PickupsLikely humbuckers (no direct source, inferred from genre and era)

Amp Settings

gain9.5

bass6

mid3.5

treble7

reverb0

presence6

Effects & Signal Chain

distortionBoss Boss HM-2 Heavy Metal

Notes

Studio recording, 1997. No direct evidence for exact guitar or amp model used on 'Backstabber' riff. Band is known for using high-gain amps and HM-2 pedal for signature sound.

Tone Character(10)

chainsaw-like distortionscooped midsbuzzsaw grindaggressive, saturated fuzztight, percussive rhythmraw, abrasive attacksludgy low endwall of soundno audible reverb or delayextreme, uncompromising distortion

Difficulty

The riff requires tight, aggressive picking and palm muting to maintain clarity through heavy distortion, but does not involve advanced chord shapes or complex rhythms.

Sources

I'd like to know more about Dystopia and their sounds/tones Dystopia (band) - Wikipedia Guitar Tone and EQ Settings for Different Genres: A Complete Guide | Guitar Wiz

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