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Solo Tone
South Winds
Ihsahn
Guitarmetal2010s+
Original Gear
GuitarIbanez RG Prestige (likely 7-string, model RG2027XL or similar, as used by Ihsahn in the Arktis. era)
AmpFractal Audio Axe-Fx II (amp modeler, used by Ihsahn for studio tones on Arktis.)
Amp Settings
gain8
bass6
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Notes
Studio recording, 2015-2016 (Arktis. album sessions). No direct evidence for pedals or analog amp, but Axe-Fx II is confirmed for this era and album. Settings and effects inferred from genre, era, and audible characteristics. No live/touring rig included.
Tone Character(10)
singing sustainfluid legato phrasingtight and articulate lead tonerich harmonic overtonesmodern progressive metal claritycompressed and focused attackambient spatial effectsclear note separationlush atmospheric backgroundcutting through dense mix
Difficulty
The solo requires advanced legato technique, precise picking, and the ability to maintain clarity and articulation at higher tempos with complex phrasing typical of modern progressive metal.
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Original Gear
GuitarIbanez RG Prestige (likely 7-string, model RG2027XL or similar, as used by Ihsahn in the Arktis. era)
AmpFractal Audio Axe-Fx II (amp modeler, used by Ihsahn for studio tones on Arktis.)
Amp Settings
gain8
bass6
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Create Free AccountEffects & Signal Chain
Notes
Studio recording, 2015-2016 (Arktis. album sessions). No direct evidence for pedals or analog amp, but Axe-Fx II is confirmed for this era and album. Settings and effects inferred from genre, era, and audible characteristics. No live/touring rig included.
Tone Character(10)
singing sustainfluid legato phrasingtight and articulate lead tonerich harmonic overtonesmodern progressive metal claritycompressed and focused attackambient spatial effectsclear note separationlush atmospheric backgroundcutting through dense mix
Difficulty
The solo requires advanced legato technique, precise picking, and the ability to maintain clarity and articulation at higher tempos with complex phrasing typical of modern progressive metal.