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My Curse
Killswitch Engage
GuitarRiffDistortedmetal2000s
Original Gear
GuitarCaparison Dellinger (Joel Stroetzel signature, likely used in studio for 'My Curse')
AmpMesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier (likely Rev F or early 2000s model, as used by Killswitch Engage in studio)
Amp Settings
mid4
bass5.5
gain8
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tight and percussivescooped midsaggressive palm mutinghigh-gain saturationarticulate pick attackclear note separationminimal ambiencethick, layered rhythm soundpunchy low endmodern metalcore clarity
Difficulty
The main riff requires fast, tight palm muting and alternate picking, with precise muting and rhythm accuracy to achieve the percussive, articulate metalcore sound. While not technically virtuosic, the tempo and tightness demand intermediate to advanced rhythm skills.
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