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Am I Evil?
Metallica
GuitarRiffDistortedmetal1980s
Original Gear
GuitarGibson Flying V (early 1980s, likely 1981 model, used by James Hetfield for rhythm)
AmpMarshall JCM800 2203 (borrowed European model, studio recording, 1984)
Amp Settings
mid5
bass5.5
gain7.5
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tight and percussivemid-heavy crunchaggressive palm mutingcrisp, biting treblechunky rhythm soundarticulate attackdry, unprocessed amp toneBritish amp saturationslightly compressedfocused low end
Difficulty
The riff requires intermediate-level technique due to the need for tight, consistent palm muting, precise alternate picking, and maintaining aggressive attack at a steady tempo.
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