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User ~ Maat ~ Re
Nile
GuitarRiffDistortedmetal2000s
Original Gear
GuitarESP LTD Viper-400 (likely, as used by Karl Sanders during 'Annihilation of the Wicked' era)
AmpMarshall JCM2000 DSL100 (likely, as used by Nile in studio during this era)
Amp Settings
mid4.5
bass6
gain9
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tight and percussivescooped midscrushing low endrazor-sharp attackhigh-gain saturationarticulate note separationaggressive palm mutingvery little ambiencedense, layered rhythm guitarsextreme clarity under high speed
Difficulty
This riff is extremely demanding due to its high speed, tight palm muting, and complex picking patterns, requiring advanced technical skill and stamina.
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