Riff Tone

Carousel

Haken

Guitarmetal2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarStrandberg Boden 7

AmpUnknown high-gain amp (likely digital/amp modeler, e.g., Axe-Fx or Kemper, but not confirmed for studio recording)

PickupsFishman Fluence Modern Humbuckers

Amp Settings

gain8.5

bass6

mid5

treble7

reverb1.5

presence6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

noise_gateUnknown Noise gate (model unknown)

Notes

Studio recording, 2020 (Virus album). Tuned F#BDADGBE or Bb-D-A-D-G (sources conflict on tuning, but both are drop-tuned 7-string). No direct evidence of specific amp model or pedalboard for the studio recording; Haken are known for using digital amp modelers in the studio and live. No evidence of live rig being used for the album.

Tone Character(10)

tight and percussivearticulate low endmodern djent attackscooped mids for claritycrisp high-endsaturated but controlled distortionclear note separationaggressive palm mutingextended low tuningfast transient response

Difficulty

The riff section of 'Carousel' is highly technical, requiring precise timing, fast picking, and mastery of extended range guitar techniques typical of modern progressive metal.

Sources

Is there a theoretical reason to choose to drop-D tune? : r/Bass Weird Tunings : r/7String - Reddit What equipment (specifically guitar-related) does Haken use on ...

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