Riff Tone

Fast As a Shark

Guitarmetal1980s

Original Gear

GuitarFramus Flying V (custom, early 1970s, likely modified)

AmpMarshall JMP 2203 (100W, late 1970s/early 1980s, likely with 4x12 cabinet)

PickupsDiMarzio Super Distortion (bridge position, humbucker)

Amp Settings

gain8

bass5.5

mid4.5

treble7.5

reverb0

presence6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

No effects used for this tone

Notes

Studio recording, 1981-1982. Gear based on era, interviews, and genre conventions. No direct source confirmation for exact pedal/amp model for this specific recording, but Wolf Hoffmann is known for using a Flying V with DiMarzio Super Distortion and Marshall JMP in this period. No evidence of pedal use for riff section; all distortion likely from amp. No chorus, delay, or reverb audible on riff. Settings estimated based on typical 1980s metal Marshall JMP tones.

Tone Character(10)

tight and percussiverazor-sharp attackscooped midrangeaggressive, biting distortionfast, articulate picking responsedry, immediate soundno ambient effectshigh output, saturatedfocused low endcrisp, metallic edge

Difficulty

The riff is played at a very fast tempo with relentless alternate picking and tight palm muting, demanding advanced right-hand technique and stamina to maintain precision and clarity throughout.

Sources

Accept Premiere "Stampede" Music Video - Guitar World

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