Riff Tone

Voodoo

Godsmack

Guitarmetal1990s

Original Gear

GuitarPaul Reed Smith (PRS) or Gibson Les Paul (exact model not specified, but humbucker-equipped, as per interview)

AmpDiamond Amplification (exact model not specified, but Diamond high-gain amp referenced in interview)

PickupsHumbucker (exact model not specified, but PRS or Les Paul stock humbuckers typical for Godsmack in late 1990s)

Amp Settings

gain7

bass6

mid6

treble6.5

reverb1.5

presence6

Effects & Signal Chain

phaserBoss Boss PH-2 Super Phaser

noise_gateBoss Boss NS-2 Noise Suppressor

Notes

Studio recording, 1998 (Godsmack debut album). Guitarist Tony Rombola states he used PRS or Les Paul with a high-gain Diamond amp and minimal effects for Godsmack recordings. No evidence of alternate guitars/amps for 'Voodoo' riff section. Effects chain is minimal, with Boss NS-2 noise gate and Boss PH-2 phaser specifically mentioned for 'Voodoo'.

Tone Character(10)

dark and broodingtight and percussiveheavy low endarticulate attacksaturated high-gain rhythmminimal ambienceslightly scooped midsaggressive palm mutingfocused and punchysubtle modulation swirl

Difficulty

The riff is rhythmically straightforward but requires tight palm muting, precise timing, and control over note articulation to maintain the song's dark, hypnotic groove.

Sources

Godsmack Guitarist Talks Gear, Shares a Story on How Mark Tremonti Inspired Him to Push His Playing

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