Riff Tone

The Invoking

Suffocation

Guitarmetal1990s

Original Gear

GuitarB.C. Rich USA Custom Shop Warlock

AmpPeavey 6505+ 120-Watt Tube Guitar Amp Head

PickupsDiMarzio humbuckers (exact model unspecified, likely high-output passive)

Amp Settings

gain9

bass6

mid4.5

treble7

reverb0

presence6

Effects & Signal Chain

overdriveMaxon Maxon OD-9 Pro+ Overdrive

Notes

Studio recording, 1993, album 'Effigy of the Forgotten'. Guitarist Terrance Hobbs. Cabinet likely Vader 4x12. Maxon OD-9 Pro+ Overdrive used as boost. No evidence of other pedals or effects for riff section.

Tone Character(10)

tight and percussivescooped midsaggressive palm mutinghigh-gain saturationrazor-sharp attackchunky low endminimal ambiencefast note definitiondry, focused soundarticulate riff clarity

Difficulty

The riff section of 'The Invoking' features very fast alternate picking, intricate palm muting, and complex rhythm patterns requiring high technical precision and stamina, making it highly challenging even for advanced players.

Sources

Terrance Hobbs, Suffocation Guitarist Gear | Equipboard

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