Riff Tone

Starless Aeon

Dissection

Guitarmetal2000s

Original Gear

GuitarUnknown (likely ESP Eclipse or similar single-cut, as used by Jon Nödtveidt on Reinkaos era)

AmpUnknown (no explicit amp model found for studio recording; likely Marshall JCM800 or similar high-gain amp, based on genre and era)

PickupsUnknown humbuckers (likely EMG 81/85 active set, as used by Jon Nödtveidt in this era, but not confirmed for this recording)

Amp Settings

gain8.5

bass5.5

mid5

treble7

reverb1

presence6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

distortionBoss Boss Distortion (likely DS-2 Turbo Distortion)

chorusBoss Boss Chorus (model unknown, possibly CE-5 or CH-1)

wahIbanez Ibanez Wah (model unknown)

Notes

Studio recording, 2006. No explicit confirmation of exact guitar, pickups, or amp model for 'Starless Aeon' riff section. Pedal use is partially confirmed for distortion, chorus, and wah, but not all models are specified.

Tone Character(10)

tight palm-muted chugshigh-gain saturationcrisp attackarticulate riffingaggressive rhythm toneslightly scooped midsclear note separationmetallic edgepercussive low endmodulation shimmer (chorus effect audible)

Difficulty

The riff section of 'Starless Aeon' is challenging due to its fast tempo, intricate picking patterns, and the need for tight, aggressive palm muting and precise timing.

Sources

Dunlop Tortex Standard 0.88mm Guitar Picks - Equipboard Jon Nödtveidt | Equipboard Dissection – Starless Aeon - Gear & Equipment Used on the Single

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