COFFINS Members, Gear & Sound
Japanese doom/death metal band
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About
COFFINS is a Japanese death metal band known for their crushing, heavy sound that blends elements of doom metal, sludge metal, and grindcore. Originating in 1996 from Tokyo, the band originally formed under the name Compromise You Need before transitioning to Coffins. The core lineup features Uchino (guitar, vocals), You (drums), and Koreeda (bass). Coffins has evolved their sound over the years, drawing influence from bands like Cathedral and Kyuss, and solidifying their reputation within the new wave of old-school death metal.
How to Sound Like COFFINS
Coffins' music is characterized by down-tuned, sludgy guitar riffs that create a dense and oppressive atmosphere, perfect for fans of doom and death metal. Their sound is aggressive and raw, with heavy, distorted bass lines that add a menacing depth. The drumming is relentless and pounding, often incorporating double-kick rhythms and blast beats to drive the intensity. To capture Coffins' sonic brutality, musicians might focus on using high-gain amplifiers and overdrive pedals to achieve the thick, saturated tones that define their style. Analog delay and reverb effects can add an eerie, cavernous quality to the mix, enhancing the overall heaviness and creating a sense of vast, sonic space.
