Riff Tone

Nova Era

Angra

Guitarmetal2000s

Original Gear

GuitarIbanez RG Series (likely RG550 or custom RG, as used by Kiko Loureiro in early 2000s Angra recordings)

AmpMarshall JCM800 (most probable based on era, genre, and forum suggestions; no direct studio confirmation for this song)

PickupsDiMarzio Humbuckers (model likely Tone Zone bridge, Air Norton neck, but not confirmed for this exact recording)

Amp Settings

gain7.5

bass6

mid5

treble7

reverb1.5

presence6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

noise_gateUnknown Noise gate (model unknown)

Notes

Studio recording, year 2000/2001 (Rebirth album). Gear inferred from artist's typical studio setup for this era; no direct studio photo or interview for this song's riff section.

Tone Character(10)

tight and percussivearticulate under high gainslightly scooped midsaggressive palm mutingcontrolled low endclear note separationmodern metal saturationfast attackminimal ambiencefocused and punchy

Difficulty

The riff requires fast, accurate alternate picking and tight palm muting at a high tempo, demanding advanced rhythm control and stamina.

Sources

Kiko Loureiro - Equipboard What affordable amp / pedal / pickup would I need for a tone ... - Reddit

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