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Genetic Reconstruction Riff Guitar Tone Settings — Death

Death · 1990s · metal

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Original Recording

Guitar
B.C. Rich Stealth (late 1980s/early 1990s, likely USA model, as used by Chuck Schuldiner on 'Spiritual Healing')
Pickups
DiMarzio X2N humbucker (bridge position, high output, ceramic magnet)
Amp
Marshall JCM800 2210
Pickup Position
Bridge pickup

Studio recording, 1990. Gear confirmed for 'Spiritual Healing' album sessions. Ibanez TS10 Tube Screamer Classic used as overdrive boost into Marshall JCM800 2210. No evidence of other pedals or effects for riff section. No evidence of modulation or time-based effects in riff section. Rhythm guitar tone only (not solo).

Amp Settings

Mids
4.5
Bass
6
Gain
8
Reverb
0
Treble
7
Presence
6

Effects Chain

  • Ibanez TS10 Tube Screamer Classic · overdrive

Guitar → Ibanez TS10 Tube Screamer Classic → Marshall JCM800 2210

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Tone Character

  • tight and percussive
  • aggressive palm muting
  • high-gain saturation
  • scooped but present mids
  • razor-sharp attack
  • articulate note separation
  • crushing low end
  • minimal ambience
  • dry, focused mix
  • classic late 80s/early 90s death metal rhythm sound

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