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Riff Tone

Voodoo

Godsmack

Guitarmetal1990s

Original Gear

GuitarPaul Reed Smith (PRS) or Gibson Les Paul (exact model not specified, but humbucker-equipped, as per interview)
AmpDiamond Amplification (exact model not specified, but Diamond high-gain amp referenced in interview)

Amp Settings

gain7
bass6

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Effects & Signal Chain

Notes

Studio recording, 1998 (Godsmack debut album). Guitarist Tony Rombola states he used PRS or Les Paul with a high-gain Diamond amp and minimal effects for Godsmack recordings. No evidence of alternate guitars/amps for 'Voodoo' riff section. Effects chain is minimal, with Boss NS-2 noise gate and Boss PH-2 phaser specifically mentioned for 'Voodoo'.

Tone Character(10)
dark and broodingtight and percussiveheavy low endarticulate attacksaturated high-gain rhythmminimal ambienceslightly scooped midsaggressive palm mutingfocused and punchysubtle modulation swirl

Difficulty

The riff is rhythmically straightforward but requires tight palm muting, precise timing, and control over note articulation to maintain the song's dark, hypnotic groove.

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