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We're Not Gonna Take It
Twisted Sister
GuitarRiffDistortedmetal1980s
Original Gear
GuitarGibson Les Paul Standard (likely 1970s/early 1980s, as used by Jay Jay French and Eddie Ojeda in studio)
AmpMarshall JCM800 2203 (most likely, as used by Twisted Sister in the studio for this era/album)
Amp Settings
mid5.5
bass6
gain7.5
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tight and percussivebright and aggressivehigh-gain saturationdry with minimal ambiencefocused midrange punchclear note separationcrunchy power chordsbridge pickup biteslight top-end sizzleno audible modulation or delay
Difficulty
The riff is based on straightforward power chords played with tight, aggressive rhythm and requires solid muting and timing, but does not involve advanced techniques or fast tempo.
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