Riff Tone

Memento Mori (feat. Killstation)

Polyphia

Guitarother2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarIbanez TOD10 Tim Henson Signature

AmpUnknown model (amp settings provided, likely digital/clean platform; specific model not confirmed for studio recording)

PickupsFishman Fluence Tim Henson Signature (HSS configuration, single coil mode for riff)

Amp Settings

gain0

bass6

mid5.5

treble7

reverb1.5

presence6

Effects & Signal Chain

compressionUnknown Compression pedal (model unknown)

Notes

Studio recording, 2022. Guitar World confirms Ibanez TOD10 and HSS pickup configuration for Polyphia riff tones. Amp model not specified for this track; settings are for studio context.

Tone Character(10)

bright and articulatetight and percussiveslightly compressedclear note separationdynamic responsemodern and hi-fiminimal reverbsnappy attackcrisp high endfocused lows

Difficulty

This riff requires advanced two-hand tapping, hybrid picking, and precise rhythmic execution, making it highly challenging for most players.

Sources

Tim Henson: 5 of his Polyphia techniques you need to know | Guitar World The Ultimate Polyphia Tone and Gear Guide - Reddit

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