Solo Tone

Bleed

Meshuggah

Guitarmetal2000s

Original Gear

GuitarIbanez M8M 8-string

AmpFractal Audio Axe-Fx Ultra (amp modeling, likely Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier or Fortin model for solo patch)

PickupsLundgren M8 passive humbucker

Amp Settings

gain9

bass5

mid6

treble6.5

reverb0.5

presence6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

noise_gateUnknown Noise gate (model unknown, Axe-Fx Ultra internal)

Notes

Studio recording, 2007-2008 for the album 'obZen'. Meshuggah used Fractal Audio Axe-Fx Ultra for all amps and effects, with song-specific patches for solos. Guitar is tuned F standard with long scale length. No evidence of analog pedals or real amps on the studio recording; all tones are digital via Axe-Fx Ultra. Solo tones are distinct patches separate from rhythm.

Tone Character(10)

tight and percussivefocused midrangearticulate note separationslightly honky upper midsminimal reverbdry, immediate responseclear low end without muddinessaggressive pick attackdigital amp modeling clarityhigh-gain saturation

Difficulty

The solo in 'Bleed' is considered expert-level due to its relentless speed, intricate rhythmic patterns, and technical demands on picking and muting, requiring advanced skill and endurance.

Sources

Meshuggah Rig Rundown: Thordendal, Hagstrom, Lovgren - Premier Guitar Bleed Guitar Tone : r/Meshuggah How to get good tone ( Meshuggah’s ObZen for example) without plug-ins and only a 6 band EQ : r/Djent Meshuggah tuning : r/Djent

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