Riff Tone

Son of Robot

Dance Gavin Dance

Guitarmetal2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarStrandberg Boden 6

AmpEVH 5150 III (Blue Channel) or Fractal Axe-FX III (Brit JM45/5153 Blue model)

PickupsStrandberg OEM humbuckers (likely ceramic, high-output)

Amp Settings

gain8.5

bass5

mid5.5

treble7

reverb1.5

presence6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

modulationElectro-Harmonix Electro-Harmonix C9 Organ Machine

modulationDigiTech DigiTech Whammy Pitch-Shifting Pedal

Notes

Studio recording, 2018. Gear inferred from Will Swan's known studio setup for 'Artificial Selection' era and genre-typical choices. No direct photo or interview for this specific song, but multiple sources confirm Strandberg Boden and EVH 5150 III as primary rhythm setup for this era.

Tone Character(10)

tight and percussivearticulate note separationaggressive attackmodern high-gain saturationclear and defined low endmoderate mids for presencecrisp, cutting treblecomplex, syncopated rhythmsslightly compressedminimal ambience

Difficulty

The riff requires advanced rhythmic precision, fast alternate picking, and tight muting, as well as coordination with layered effects for the signature sound.

Sources

Dance Gavin Dance Amp Settings (gear and tone tips) - Guitar Chalk Will Swan | Equipboard Rig Rundown: Dance Gavin Dance's Will Swan - Premier Guitar Electro-Harmonix C9 Organ Machine - What To Know & Where To Buy

This tone has been researched 2 times by the community

Create an account to adapt this tone to your gear

Create Free Account