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Rust In Peace...Polaris (2004 Remix)
Megadeth
GuitarRiffDistortedmetal2000s
Original Gear
GuitarJackson King V (USA Custom Shop, early 1990s spec, likely used for 2004 remix re-amping)
AmpMarshall 1959SLP Super Lead (likely re-amped for 2004 remix, as per original sessions)
Amp Settings
mid4
bass5.5
gain7.5
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tight and percussiveaggressive palm mutingscooped midsarticulate note separationcrisp attackdry and focusedhigh-gain saturationmetallic edgeminimal ambiencefast, precise rhythm
Difficulty
The riff section requires fast, precise alternate picking and palm muting at high speed, with complex rhythm changes and tight timing, making it challenging for most guitarists.
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