Riff Tone

From the Pinnacle to the Pit

Ghost

Guitarmetal2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarGibson SG (early 1980s or 1960s model) or Les Paul Gold Top (1962), possibly Fender Telecaster for layering

AmpMarshall Plexi or JCM800 (studio recording, possibly blended with Orange and Fender Twin for additional texture)

PickupsGibson humbuckers (SG/Les Paul), Fender single-coil (Telecaster, possibly for layering only)

Amp Settings

gain7.5

bass6

mid6

treble6.5

reverb1.5

presence6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

No effects used for this tone

Notes

Studio recording for 'Meliora' (2015). Interview confirms two SGs (early 80s and 60s), a Les Paul Gold Top (1962), and a Fender Telecaster were used for rhythm tracks. Amps included at least two Marshall Plexis, a JCM800, at least one Orange, and a Fender Twin. No explicit mention of pedals or effects for the riff section. Settings estimated based on era, amp type, and genre.

Tone Character(10)

fuzzy and doomytight and percussivethick, heavy low endmid-forward punchsaturated but articulateslightly scooped midsBritish crunchmotor-esque layered amp textureaggressive palm mutingprehistoric, sludgy metal

Difficulty

The riff is moderately challenging due to its heavy, percussive palm muting and need for tight timing with the bass, but does not require advanced lead techniques or fast alternate picking.

Sources

Nameless Ghoul Talks Ghost's New Album, 'Meliora,' and Staying ...Questions about the music theory of Ghost songs. : r/Ghostbc

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