Solo Tone

We Own the Night

Dance Gavin Dance

Guitarrock2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarStrandberg Boden (likely 6 or 7 string, as used by Will Swan in this era)

AmpFractal Axe-FX III (studio, album version) or EVH 5150 III (live reference); Orange Rockerverb 50/100 also referenced in earlier eras

PickupsStrandberg OEM humbuckers (likely bridge position, modern high-output)

Amp Settings

gain7

bass5

mid5.5

treble6.5

reverb2

presence6

Effects & Signal Chain

modulationEventide Eventide PitchFactor

delayStrymon Strymon El Capistan dTape Echo

compressionUnknown Compressor pedal (model unknown)

Notes

Studio recording for 'We Own the Night' (2015, 'Instant Gratification' album); Will Swan used Fractal Axe-FX III or EVH 5150 III for high-gain tones in this era. Strandberg Boden was his main guitar for studio and live. Minimal pedal use in studio; most effects are rack-based or from Axe-FX. Pickup selection is bridge for solos. Settings and effects are for the solo (distorted) section only.

Tone Character(10)

tight and percussivearticulate lead linesmoderate sustainbright and clear top endcontrolled low end (not boomy)crisp attackslightly compressed dynamicsmodern high-gain claritydefined note separationminimal mud in fast passages

Difficulty

The solo features fast, intricate picking patterns and syncopated rhythms that require advanced technical skill and precise timing, making it challenging for most guitarists.

Sources

Dance Gavin Dance Amp Settings (gear and tone tips) - Guitar Chalk Rig Rundown: Dance Gavin Dance's Will Swan - Premier Guitar Dance Gavin Dance - Will Swan Guitar Rig Gear and Equipment

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