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Tempest Pulse

Greg Howe

Guitarrock2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarKiesel Greg Howe Signature (likely GH24 or similar, as used in studio in 2010s)
AmpDV Mark Maragold
PickupsKiesel Lithium humbuckers (exact model per Kiesel Greg Howe signature spec, likely HH configuration)

Amp Settings

gain7
bass6.5
mid6.5
treble6.5
reverb2
presence5.5

Effects & Signal Chain

overdriveCarl Martin Carl Martin Greg Howe's Lick Box

Notes

Studio recording, 2010s era. Greg Howe is known to use his Kiesel signature guitar and DV Mark Maragold amp for his modern instrumental fusion work. The Carl Martin Lick Box is his signature overdrive/distortion pedal, confirmed for this era and style. Settings are from Guitar World, which references his typical studio setup.

Tone Character(10)
rich overdriven tonessmooth and sophisticated drivethick, bottom-heavyarticulate and responsivepicking definition even at higher gainfluid legato-friendlydynamic and touch-sensitivenot harsh or fizzytight and controlled low endclear note separation

Difficulty

The riff section of 'Tempest Pulse' requires advanced technical skill, combining fast alternate picking, legato, and hybrid picking with complex rhythmic phrasing and precise muting, making it highly challenging even for experienced players.

Sources

5 ways to play guitar like Greg HoweGreg Howe on creating his style in the wake of the shred boom | Guitar WorldQuick Hit: Carl Martin Greg Howe’s Lick Box Review - Premier Guitar

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