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Samarithan Riff Guitar Tone Settings — Candlemass
Candlemass · 1980s · metal
studio
Original Recording
Guitar
Gibson SG Standard
Pickups
Gibson humbuckers (likely stock, late 70s/early 80s spec)
Amp
Marshall JCM800 2203 (with Marshall 1960A 4x12 Cabinet)
Pickup Position
Bridge pickup
Studio recording for 'Epicus Doomicus Metallicus' (1986). Gear inferred from period-accurate live photos and band interviews; no direct studio documentation. No evidence of pedals or effects beyond amp distortion and possible amp reverb.
Amp Settings
Mids6.5
Bass7.5
Gain7.5
Reverb1
Treble6
Presence5.5
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Tone Character
- thick and saturated
- mid-heavy and powerful
- dark, brooding low end
- tight palm-muted chugs
- sustained power chords
- clear note definition
- amp-driven distortion
- slightly scooped but not extreme
- no audible modulation or delay
- classic doom metal heaviness