Riff Tone
Gifted Every Strength
Loathe
Guitarmetal2010s+
Original Gear
GuitarEpiphone 'Inspired by Gibson Custom' '63 Les Paul SG Custom with Maestro Vibrola
AmpFractal Audio Axe-FX III (amp modeling, likely high-gain amp model such as Mesa/Peavey/5150 emulation)
PickupsFishman Fluence Modern Humbucker (active, ceramic magnet)
Amp Settings
gain9
bass6
mid4.5
treble7
reverb1
presence6.5
Effects & Signal Chain
distortionBoss Boss HM-2 Heavy Metal
modulationBehringer Behringer FX600 Digital Multi-FX
Notes
Gear confirmed for Erik Bickerstaffe on 'Gifted Every Strength' live and likely studio (2020s). Axe-FX III used for both live and studio tones. No evidence of traditional tube amp on this recording. Pedalboard is used for select effects, but most core tone is from Axe-FX III. Studio context presumed for album version.
Tone Character(10)
tight and percussivesaturated high-gainarticulate low-endaggressive and moderncompressed and focusedminimal ambiencepunchy pick attackclear note separationdjent-inspired chugslightly scooped mids
Difficulty
The riff requires advanced right-hand technique for tight, percussive chugs, precise muting, and rhythmic accuracy in a modern metal context. Extended range/baritone tuning adds to the technical challenge.
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Original Gear
GuitarEpiphone 'Inspired by Gibson Custom' '63 Les Paul SG Custom with Maestro Vibrola
AmpFractal Audio Axe-FX III (amp modeling, likely high-gain amp model such as Mesa/Peavey/5150 emulation)
PickupsFishman Fluence Modern Humbucker (active, ceramic magnet)
Amp Settings
gain9
bass6
mid4.5
treble7
reverb1
presence6.5
Effects & Signal Chain
distortionBoss Boss HM-2 Heavy Metal
modulationBehringer Behringer FX600 Digital Multi-FX
Notes
Gear confirmed for Erik Bickerstaffe on 'Gifted Every Strength' live and likely studio (2020s). Axe-FX III used for both live and studio tones. No evidence of traditional tube amp on this recording. Pedalboard is used for select effects, but most core tone is from Axe-FX III. Studio context presumed for album version.
Tone Character(10)
tight and percussivesaturated high-gainarticulate low-endaggressive and moderncompressed and focusedminimal ambiencepunchy pick attackclear note separationdjent-inspired chugslightly scooped mids
Difficulty
The riff requires advanced right-hand technique for tight, percussive chugs, precise muting, and rhythmic accuracy in a modern metal context. Extended range/baritone tuning adds to the technical challenge.
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