Another World — GOJIRA1 / 2
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Another World Riff Guitar Tone Settings — GOJIRA

GOJIRA · 2010s+ · metal

studio

Original Recording

A reconstruction of the riff tone. Gear attributions and estimated settings are explained in the research notes below.

Guitar
Charvel Joe Duplantier Signature
Pickups
DiMarzio PAF 36th Anniversary (humbucker, bridge)
Amp
EVH 5150 III
Pickup Position
Bridge pickup

Studio recording for 'Another World' (2021, Fortitude album). Main rhythm/riff section. No evidence of pedals or additional effects used for the riff; amp distortion only. Guitar World and MusicRadar interviews confirm amp and guitar. Telecaster mentioned as a layer in choruses, but main riff is Charvel. No evidence of live rig or alternate gear for this section.

Amp Settings

Suggested starting points on a 0–10 scale, not documented studio knob positions. Match to your gear for controls specific to your setup.

Mids
5.5
Bass
6
Gain
8.5
Reverb
0
Treble
7
Presence
6.5

Effects Chain

Charvel Joe Duplantier Signature → EVH 5150 III (amp distortion only, no pedals or effects)

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Tone Character

  • tight and percussive
  • articulate pick attack
  • focused low end
  • slight upper mid bite
  • clear note separation
  • crushing modern metal rhythm
  • dynamic, not overly compressed
  • minimal ambience
  • dry, in-your-face
  • aggressive palm muting

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