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Metallica
GuitarRiffCleanmetal1980s
Original Gear
GuitarESP MX220 (custom Explorer-style, likely with EMG 81/60 pickups)
AmpMesa/Boogie Mark IIC+
Amp Settings
mid4.5
bass5.5
gain0
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crystal-clear cleanlush chorus shimmerslightly compressed attackfull-bodied low endarticulate note separationbright but not harsh highssmooth sustainstudio-polished claritygentle reverb ambienceno audible overdrive or breakup
Difficulty
The clean riff requires accurate arpeggiated picking and dynamic control to maintain clarity and evenness, but does not involve advanced techniques or fast tempo.
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