Alexi said in an interview a little while back that he doesn't use a lot of gain, that most of it comes from the hot EMG. You also have to take into account that these bands are using high end gear. If your unhappy with your tone, perhaps is that time for some new gear.
"During this line, the kid acted like he was pushing buttons on a calculator in the air. The kid played ******* air-calculator!"
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