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embers Riff Guitar Tone Settings — Dead Butterflies
Dead Butterflies · 2010s+ · metal
studio
Original Recording
Guitar
Unknown (no direct source for exact model on this recording; likely a modern extended-range guitar based on genre and era)
Pickups
Unknown (likely active humbuckers, e.g., Bare Knuckle Juggernaut or Fishman Fluence, based on band/era, but not confirmed for this song/section)
Amp
Unknown (no direct source; likely a modern high-gain amp such as Mesa/Boogie, Peavey, or Kemper/Fractal modeler, based on genre/era/artist's typical gear)
Pickup Position
Bridge pickup (estimated, as is typical for heavy riff sections in modern metalcore)
No direct source confirms exact guitar, pickups, or amp for 'embers' by Dead Butterflies. No official rig rundown or studio notes found. Settings and gear are estimated based on genre (modern metalcore/post-hardcore), era (2020s), and typical band practices. Studio recording context assumed (2021 album).
Amp Settings
Mids5.5
Bass6
Gain7
Reverb3
Treble6.5
Presence6
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Tone Character
- tight and percussive
- full-bodied low end
- articulate high-gain rhythm
- slightly scooped mids
- modern, polished production
- clear note separation
- aggressive attack
- controlled sustain
- crisp pick definition
- moderate ambience (studio reverb)
Notes & Caveats
- No direct source confirms the exact guitar, pickups, amp, or pedal models used on the studio recording of 'embers' by Dead Butterflies.
- No official rig rundown, pedalboard photo, or studio notes found for this song/section.
- Settings and gear are estimated based on genre (modern metalcore/post-hardcore), era (2020s), and typical practices for similar bands.
- No explicit mention of pedals or amp effects in available sources.
- If more specific information becomes available (e.g., studio interview, official gear rundown), this data should be updated.
- Settings cross-referenced with genre and era conventions for accuracy. The riff section of 'embers' by Dead Butterflies features a modern crunchy rock tone with clear articulation, moderate gain, and balanced EQ. The bass is tight but not boomy, mids are forward for presence in the mix, and treble/presence are set for clarity without harshness. Subtle reverb adds space without washing out the riff.