How to Dial In "The Way of Vikings" by Amon Amarth - Guitar Tone Settings
Gear for "The Way of Vikings"
Suggested rig · the original isn't documented.
Knob Positions, Pickup, and Tuning
Where to set the knobs for this tone. Each value is on the standard 0–10 amp scale.
On your amp, these numbers won't sound the same.
Get the settings for my ampHow the artist had their guitar configured for this take.
From Jomsviking (2016). A fast, galloping melodic death metal track with harmonised lead lines. No source available here confirms the exact guitar and amp on this recording, so an ESP E-II Horizon NT-II through a Peavey 6505+ stands in. Use the bridge pickup and set the amp for a tight, high-gain tone. Tuning isn't documented here.
Common Questions About the "The Way of Vikings" Tone
What guitar did Amon Amarth use on "The Way of Vikings"?
The guitar on "The Way of Vikings" (released 2016) isn't documented; the ESP E-II Horizon NT-II above gets the sound. Pickup selector: bridge pickup on the guitar.
What amp settings does "The Way of Vikings" need?
Settings for this sound: Gain 8, Bass 6, Mid 4.5, Treble 6.5, Presence 6.5, Volume 7. Each value is on the standard 0–10 amp scale; match them on your amp first, then nudge to taste. ToneMirror can translate these positions for whatever amp you actually own.
Can I play "The Way of Vikings" without the original gear?
Yes. ToneMirror takes the settings above and adapts it to your guitar, amp, and pedals - so you can chase the "The Way of Vikings" tone on a Katana, a Helix, a tube combo, or anything else. The translation accounts for EQ curve, gain structure, and pickup type so the result actually sounds like the record, not just the same knob numbers on different gear.
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