Riff Tone

Because of Me

Seether

Guitarrock2000s

Original Gear

GuitarGibson Les Paul Standard (likely 2000s model, as used by Shaun Morgan on 'Karma and Effect')

AmpMesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier (studio recording, 'Karma and Effect' era)

PickupsHumbuckers (Gibson 490R/498T or similar, stock Les Paul Standard pickups)

Amp Settings

gain8

bass6.5

mid4.5

treble6.5

reverb1.5

presence6

Effects & Signal Chain

distortionMesa/Boogie Distortion from Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier (amp gain)

Notes

Studio recording, 2004-2005, 'Karma and Effect' album. Gear based on era-correct interviews and typical Seether studio rig. No evidence of live/touring substitutions for this recording.

Tone Character(10)

tight and percussivechunky low endslightly scooped midsaggressive pick attackmodern high-gain saturationclear note separationcompressed sustainarticulate rhythmminimal ambiencefocused midrange punch

Difficulty

The riff requires tight palm muting and precise rhythm playing, but does not involve advanced techniques or fast tempo, making it moderately challenging for intermediate players.

Sources

Seether Amp Settings (gear and tone tips)Guitar/ rig setup questions : r/Seether

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