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Toxicity
System Of A Down
GuitarRiffDistortedmetal2000s
Original Gear
GuitarGibson Les Paul Standard (black, used in Toxicity recording sessions)
AmpMarshall JCM800 2203 head
Amp Settings
mid5
bass6
gain8
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tight and percussiveaggressive attackchunky low endclear pick articulationsaturated distortionfocused midrangeminimal ambiencemetallic edgearticulate note separationpunchy rhythm
Difficulty
The riff requires fast, aggressive alternate picking with tight palm muting and precise rhythm, making it moderately challenging for intermediate players.
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