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Riff Tone
Supremacy
Muse
Guitarrock2010s+
Original Gear
GuitarManson MB-1
AmpDiezel VH4
Amp Settings
gain8
bass6
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Notes
Studio recording, 2012. Gear inferred from Muse's known studio setup for The 2nd Law era and Matt Bellamy's consistent use of the Manson MB-1 and Diezel VH4 for heavy riff sections. No direct source confirms exact pedal/amp settings for this song's studio recording.
Tone Character(10)
massive and saturatedtight and percussivedeep, powerful low endcrushing heavinessclear note definitionorchestral guitar wallaggressive attackstudio-polished distortionsustained power chordsarticulate, modern metal edge
Difficulty
The riff requires tight palm muting, precise timing, and dynamic control to maintain clarity under high gain, making it moderately challenging for intermediate players.
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Original Gear
GuitarManson MB-1
AmpDiezel VH4
Amp Settings
gain8
bass6
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Notes
Studio recording, 2012. Gear inferred from Muse's known studio setup for The 2nd Law era and Matt Bellamy's consistent use of the Manson MB-1 and Diezel VH4 for heavy riff sections. No direct source confirms exact pedal/amp settings for this song's studio recording.
Tone Character(10)
massive and saturatedtight and percussivedeep, powerful low endcrushing heavinessclear note definitionorchestral guitar wallaggressive attackstudio-polished distortionsustained power chordsarticulate, modern metal edge
Difficulty
The riff requires tight palm muting, precise timing, and dynamic control to maintain clarity under high gain, making it moderately challenging for intermediate players.