Riff Tone
Davidian
Machine Head
Guitarmetal1990s
Original Gear
GuitarGibson Les Paul (likely 1980s/early 90s Standard or Custom, as used by Robb Flynn on Burn My Eyes)
AmpMesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier (early 2-channel Rev F, as used on Burn My Eyes)
PickupsEMG 81 (bridge, active humbucker)
Amp Settings
gain9
bass6
mid4.5
treble6.5
reverb0
presence6
Effects & Signal Chain
noise_gateUnknown Noise Gate (model unknown)
Notes
Studio recording, 1994. Gear confirmed for Burn My Eyes era by multiple interviews and period photos. No evidence of additional pedals or effects for the main riff section; tone is amp-based high-gain. No evidence of live/touring substitutions.
Tone Character(10)
tight and percussivescooped midsaggressive palm mutinghigh-gain saturationrazor-sharp attackchunky low endarticulate under heavy distortiondry, no ambiencemodern metal clarityfast transient response
Difficulty
The riff requires advanced right-hand technique, tight palm muting, and precise timing at a fast tempo, making it challenging for most players.
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Original Gear
GuitarGibson Les Paul (likely 1980s/early 90s Standard or Custom, as used by Robb Flynn on Burn My Eyes)
AmpMesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier (early 2-channel Rev F, as used on Burn My Eyes)
PickupsEMG 81 (bridge, active humbucker)
Amp Settings
gain9
bass6
mid4.5
treble6.5
reverb0
presence6
Effects & Signal Chain
noise_gateUnknown Noise Gate (model unknown)
Notes
Studio recording, 1994. Gear confirmed for Burn My Eyes era by multiple interviews and period photos. No evidence of additional pedals or effects for the main riff section; tone is amp-based high-gain. No evidence of live/touring substitutions.
Tone Character(10)
tight and percussivescooped midsaggressive palm mutinghigh-gain saturationrazor-sharp attackchunky low endarticulate under heavy distortiondry, no ambiencemodern metal clarityfast transient response
Difficulty
The riff requires advanced right-hand technique, tight palm muting, and precise timing at a fast tempo, making it challenging for most players.
Davidian settings for your amp
Exact settings ToneAdapt players use on these amps.
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