Riff Tone

Deception

Dance Gavin Dance

Guitarother2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarKiesel Aries (Will Swan Signature, likely 2016-2017 spec)

AmpOrange Rockerverb 100 MKII Head

PickupsKiesel Lithium humbuckers (stock in Will Swan signature models, high-output, ceramic magnets)

Amp Settings

gain7.5

bass5.5

mid6

treble7

reverb1.5

presence6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

compressionKeeley Keeley Compressor 2-Knob

Notes

Studio recording for 'Deception' on the 2016 album 'Mothership'. Will Swan was using his Kiesel Aries signature with stock Lithium humbuckers and an Orange Rockerverb 100 MKII. No direct evidence of alternate guitars or amps for the riff section. Settings estimated based on typical Orange Rockerverb usage for post-hardcore/modern prog rock in studio context.

Tone Character(10)

tight and articulateaggressive and percussivemodern high-gain saturationclear note separationslightly compressed dynamicsminimal ambiencepunchy and focusedfast attackhigh-output humbucker claritystudio-polished

Difficulty

The riff section requires advanced picking speed, precise muting, and complex rhythmic accuracy typical of Will Swan's style, making it challenging for most intermediate players.

Sources

Discussion about Will Swan's gear : r/dancegavindance Artificial Selection - Gear & Equipment Used on the Album

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