TOOL - Fear Inoculum (Guitar Cover with Play Along Tabs)

[@MaxNiessl]

Tabs have been updated according to recent live performances. The download links can be found in the description as always :)

[@Kalaukko28]

nice 👍

[@paulwatson446]

My man, your rocking it! Thanks for the assistance.

[@belesh5666]

I'm 42, haven't picked the guitar over a decade, thanks to you now I have hand cramps to think about ,thank you brother.

[@MaxNiessl]

That's so nice to hear! Keep rockin' :)

[@RickMacDonald19]

Haha same, had to go buy an amp just to play along with new awesomeness!

[@Caxap2212]

Spiral out man, that's what we are here for

[@tenthousandquills1774]

Sir, you might be my doppelganger. Only difference, I'm 41.

[@kozankazancioglu]

@@tenthousandquills1774 01.01.1978 you might be :)

[@scrilla4047]

Somebody get this guy a volume pedal

[@therealjamespickering]

Why? He plays with his knob so well.

[@slaveshallserve]

@@therealjamespickering Hahahaha. I see what you did there

[@augustgreig9420]

Yeah, I'm pretty sure Adam is using a volume pedal. Although, using the knob would probably sound a lot better on an actual Les Paul, as I'm presuming the pickups and kneck are way better so you'd get a lot more volume with better sound just hammering on. Don't get me wrong, this sounds really good, but it's not quite right. The sound on the swells seems a little bit dampened, and it also seems like Adam might have a tiny amount of reverb going too.

[@MaxNiessl]

@@augustgreig9420 Yep, I completely agree with you. And I'm a bit mad at myself that I didn't use any reverb/delay in the intro, because I play it with that now and it sounds so much better :(

[@jeramiebentley4054]

@@MaxNiessl i have a 1998 epi les paul all black studio with black winter pickups and it sounds sick. Good job BTW

[@CameronWinters]

Another killer! Always impressive how fast you can make accurate tabs AND sync it up to the song on screen!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you so much, Cameron! You're a beast :)

[@bradhornbuckle993]

Beast mode

[@ChRiiDDaY]

You both did AMAZING covers on the song! So nice to you appreciating each other ;)

[@MaxNiessl]

@@ChRiiDDaY He's the man! ;)

[@CameronWinters]

Max Niessl Noyoudaman!

[@JackChurchill101]

I knew as soon as this song came out that some lunatic would learn it immediately and put a cover tab up... Well done. I think you're the first of many thousands of people to learn this song over the coming months and years. And sounds spot on with obvious Adam Jones inflections and techniques.

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks man, I'm trying my best :)

[@jareckyart8666]

Was just thinking about it today. This guy is mental and super skilled

[@JackChurchill101]

@@MaxNiessl - I'll be back on September 1st for the other 6 songs, fully tabbed!

[@MaxNiessl]

@@JackChurchill101 Haha we'll see about that, but I'll definitely do the album :D A Tool album needs time to digest, 13 years without new material... :)

[@JackChurchill101]

@@MaxNiessl - if they've got anything to rival Rosetta stoned I'll forgive your tardiness...!

[@MaxNiessl]

Synced guitar tab (gp, gp5 and pdf) in the description. Any feedback is much appreciated and corrections (or alternative ways to play) will be noted in the description, too :)

[@ziggylayneable]

The thing that surprises me here is that you can actually play this on a Epiphone. I know the knob layout is the same but it doesn't have the same feeling on the neck... therein it just changes the whole vibe of the song..the feel and playability of a certain neck on a certain guitar can affect the way a song sounds man. You definitely got your ducks in a row to make this sound right

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks dude! :)

[@BhargavaMan]

How'd you sync the tab in the video, my dude?

[@MaxNiessl]

@@BhargavaMan Synced the BPM to the song in my DAW and transcribed it to the tab. It's a long process, but it's definitely worth it :)

[@BhargavaMan]

@@MaxNiessl awesome, I'll give it a shot. Thanks man!

[@drh2]

this is an exhausting song just by seeing him use the volume knobs like that

[@schism1986]

Ahhh the riff that starts at 8:45 is too damn short!! Give me 10 hours of that please!!!

[@leroyjenkins1380]

best part of the song. could listen to it all day long

[@theangryliberal]

It gives me a Lateralus vibe

[@miniontm69]

Your recent Tool videos got me playing guitar again. Thanx a bunch and great work.

[@MaxNiessl]

That's amazing bro! Keep on spiraling and thank you! :)

[@zacharysimms4046]

I just picked mine back up too, thank you!

[@Avionic-go7ep]

Great job, man!! I still find it amazing how simple some of their songs are, but put together so well that they sound complicated. Simplicity is genius, and genius they are! Thank you for showing us!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks man! Yes, that's just musicality at its best in my opinion :)

[@andrewjordan5173]

I could watch the chorus on a loop all day long.

[@Kornholic]

The slight tempo changes probably mean the song was tracked without a click track. Very impressive, as always.

[@Kornholic]

@BallTistic Screecher yeah but but from 91 to 90?

[@MaxNiessl]

@@Kornholic Tool do not record to a click most of the time, it doesn't have anything to do with time signitures. So those are actual tempo changes and you are right :) And thanks a lot bro!

[@Kornholic]

@@MaxNiessl They are true pros. That's why Tool's music sounds organic and has dynamic push and pull.

[@Scuba_Bro]

Loving how he improvised with the knob in lieu of the pedal. Sounds pretty on point considering! Great work and super fast!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you! :)

[@Treue0]

My lord Jesus, that was flawless

[@njd2293]

I loved this song before, now I love it even more. It's nice seeing what the musician is physically doing on the fret board, it's hard for me to hear an instrument and picture exactly what notes are being played and what type of motions are being executed. You are very talented, makes me want to get my bass restrung finally and play again, you rule!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you for your kind words. I'm very glad you enjoyed this video and got something out of it! :)

[@karmapolice911]

I just taught this to myself listening along, and I think you really nailed it, including some details I missed! That second chord in the chorus (10-7-0) is a nice touch. Subbed, you're awesome!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks dude! Awesome that this video helped you :)

[@tuomas_]

From the very first swell to the end, I was just smiling wide. The first power chords at "Exhale, expel" sent shivers from head to toe. The sound and your touch are spot on, and you are really skilled player. THANK YOU!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you for the kind words, I really appreciate it! The song is amazing :)

[@kevinwsmith2021]

Max this is incredible, only shadowed by when I saw them live in November! Thank you for doing this!

[@skyvoyles1576]

It sounds like this is the most accurate way if not the exact way this song is played. I enjoy seeing songs played in different ways. I feel like it makes me pay more attention to every single note in detail. Great job!!!!!

[@funeur.music.]

Fuckin spot on, it's honestly very impressive especially considering the weird timing of this song and the fact that it came out literally just days ago. You definitely just earned a new subscriber, keep up the shreds man!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you Mr. 👽 :) Glad you enjoy my content!

[@peacefrog3]

This is absolutely top notch. Well done!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks man! :)

[@84daybreak]

I love how there's already a guitar tab for it. lol

[@hapeace4790]

we've been waiting for 12 years for this album so when they came out with a new song we must learn it from a to z

[@BatJeff]

Absolutely NAILED the solo. Great work!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks man! :)

[@slavalosin811]

Amazing playing! Thanks bro!))) Because this is one of the best Tool song ever (for me)

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks bro, glad you liked it :)

[@alladin1000]

That chorus even looks like it sounds. Just epic.

[@MaxNiessl]

Yes, it's amazing and Adam plays it so fucking clean! :D

[@PaulThompson_Music]

It's crazy that there are so many guitar covers so soon. I feel that I personally have not quite digested this song enough for me to have fully understood its overall meaning, purpose and placement amongst the rest of the up coming album. A part of me feels that this song might very well be a combination of every song in the album, or that it was meant (in it's release) to throw the fans off track, by not actually being in the album. Great cover!!!

[@MaxNiessl]

Yes, I agree on the digestive part. I've listened to this song at work without end, but actually digesting a Tool song takes hell of a lot of time! I very often find myself listening to Tool and still discovering new ideas - as well music-wise as other things. I really like this song and the overall feel of the material we've heard. You can definitely see some similarities to Descending in Fear Inoculum. And thank you! :)

[@mcoon1987]

Thank you so much! Not only do you have perfect tabs up almost immediately after the song is released, you demonstrate perfectly and I definitely appreciate the time you put in to make the tabs play correctly considering they didn’t use a click to record. Awesome job brother and thanks so much!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you for those kind words bro, glad you get something out of this video! :)

[@rogerreynolds5822]

Not only is your tab badass dude but your method is badass. Just playing straight through with everything in the bottom. It’s perfect!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you, Roger! Have fun learning! 🤘

[@SomeoneIsAlwaysMovingOnTheSurf]

Wow amazing how you got it out, the VERY NEXT DAY! Loved your help with Descending thanks!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks man, and glad my videos can help you get those riffs down! :)

[@ThePaulmin]

Dude I may have commented this before but I love your videos, the format is perfect. Ive got really into playing guitar a lot because of the Tool stuff. Thanks man! 🤘🏻

[@MaxNiessl]

Awesome, Paul! 🤘🏼 glad to motivate 👍🏼

[@phillagettie]

Such a freak man, so well well WELL impressed!!! loved every second of this man, so so much inspiration!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you! :)

[@afterkwiss]

I'm currentl busy learning how to play the guitar and this video makes me appreciate it even more. Thank you for your help!

[@MaxNiessl]

That's great man :) Thank you :)

[@ssx427]

I’m impressed you were able to listen, tab and learn this so quickly. Well done, sounds amazing👌

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks a lot bro, appreciate the support :)

[@capturelightmedia]

You deserve more than 1000 views! The people need this. Great job man. Thanks for the hard work.

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you, glad I'm of help :)

[@user-cx4mi1wl3z]

Like watching a movie with the comments of the directors, listening to the song by seeing the intelligence and simplicity of the composition is a real pleasure ^^

[@MaxNiessl]

Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@hakukurogami146]

You sure work fast, good job mate

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you! I actually recorded this in the morning, but couldn't cut the video until now ^^

[@gueugsta]

ohhhhh dude .... you're the man of the situation !!!! I knew I could count on you for this one too !!!!! thanks again for your precicion and for your reactivity !!!!! cheers from france !!!!!

[@MaxNiessl]

For sure bro, always trying my best! Thanks for the kind words and have fun learning the song :)

[@emusedone]

Excellent! You’re so relaxed too. Appreciate your timing, tone, all of it. I play bass only and not anywhere near this level nor will I ever reach it. Was watching guitar covers for once tonight and …. Wow!

[@DavoWillo]

Like watching your vids, makes me appreciate Tool even more seeing the intricacies of the writing of a song like this. Only band I know to get better and better with every album.

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you! That's right! :)

[@bmark7951]

Always amazes me at how talented people are.. way to go wish I could play by ear

[@MaxNiessl]

Aww thanks man :)

[@troyg748]

That was wicked. Saw them in Toronto and was front row, in front of Adam . No volume ,as some seem to think. Its played with the volume knob on the guitar. Great job ,dude. 🤘👍👍👍

[@MaxNiessl]

I'm so jealous of you right now! Thank you :)

[@rvs_406]

So glad i didnt drop the video while long intro. Thanks, thats awesome!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks man! :)

[@kernaltang145]

You my dude, gained a new subscriber! Clean and perfect tone! I myself find the new single very predictable, but, I'm still so stoked that we've new TOOL material to listen too. Spiral out my dude!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks man! I think it's a great opener to the album and that's kind of the "job" of this song. Very stoked about the rest of the album! Spiral out bro :)

[@ericstapars442]

Your so talented. I’m still such a beginner but have enjoyed your videos so much! It’s so inspiring to watch you play!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks man, that's great! Glad you enjoy my content :)

[@urielfalconi2675]

Awesome execution! I appreciate even more this song now, tool is such an astonishing artistical experience. Eager to listen to the new album.

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you, bro :) I was never so hyped for an upcoming release!

[@jacobfountain8063]

Im in absolute awe of this fine tune! from the volume swells at the beginning to the perfectly executed guitar tone! this song takes you on a journey and my ears are happy! Great work! ive been subbed to you!!!

[@dennissuding4452]

So I was trying to learn the pre-chorus (3:36) through the chorus (4:39). I slowed the KZbin settings playback speed to 0.5 and watched it. That part sounds WICKED DOPE at half speed. Thanks for sharing this Max.

[@clearasil11]

The tone is spot on

[@rebelduck9077]

OMG MAX! Watch the live version at Aftershock....so good. Hilarious timing issues but man, I don’t give a damn...they still sound so good. I’m hoping they play FI in Arizona next week and I can watch the swells and of course Justin bang out the bass. it’s magical 💖

[@aaron6084]

Just bought an epiphone LP custom pro with silverburst finish after hearing this song. Great cover, man! 🤘🔧

[@OliverGomes]

I am about to do the same man! Not sure about silver burst tho but Tool is the influence behind my LP buy

[@MaxNiessl]

Sweet jesus, that's amazing! :)

[@aaron6084]

@@OliverGomes You won't regret it! I've never sounded better. Not sure if it's the natural sustain of an lp or because this is my first guitar with humbuckers, but even single notes sound full and rich. Also, I think the epiphone custom pro might be better quality then low level gibsons. I have a Gibson sg with p90s and I hate it.

[@OliverGomes]

@@aaron6084 That's so well put and Thanks! I actually tried looking into 2019 Gibson LP but did not seems to find reviews yet and it's very chrome-ish look kind of pisses me off a bit but Custom Pro has a much better look compared to 19 Gibson LP. I am also considering Matt Heafy Epi LP so confused right now lol 😅

[@wellyforpm]

Good luck keeping it in tune lol

[@CalebKious]

That is a lot of 7’s

[@evalios8137]

Caleb Kious it’s because it’s the octave of the string above it

[@CC-ks3tj]

Evalios81 also because the riff is based off of A, and 7th fret on the low D string is A so you can do the power chords

[@Brawler_1337]

Also, 7 is a theme on the album.

[@SS-us8zs]

unreal videos man, top notch for sure. The 'useful information' is great too thanks for all the effort

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you! \m/

[@Micas099]

You make it look easy, like I might be able to play it. One of my projects is changing a songs genre, but you have to know how to play it first. Your video helps a lot. Well done, Laddy!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you, have fun learning the song! :)

[@lemonlateralus]

That was quick, if only my acoustic had a volume knob 🎶😂awesome job mate

[@MaxNiessl]

Haha thank you! :)

[@augustgreig9420]

Just play it with a bow.

[@dehasim]

I hope this channel gets big soon, you deserve bro

[@MaxNiessl]

Aww thanks man, I'm grateful for everyone who enjoys what I do :)

[@rustybeard4628]

Excellent cover! Fibonacci tattoo on point as well! 10/10

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you! :)

[@Dunkman545]

It was worth the wait guys. It was f***in worth the f***in wait!!!!!!!

[@joonatankaija8998]

Great work! Impressive how you caught those small tempo changes.

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you! I synced the track to a metronome in my DAW :)

[@Alexander_Tronstad]

@@MaxNiessl Ah, nice of you to explain the trick. Now while still impressive, I know you are still human!

[@MaxNiessl]

@@Alexander_Tronstad Haha yes, but it's still a very painful process to sync every meter in a 10 minute long song :D

[@Alexander_Tronstad]

@@MaxNiessl Isn't that always the case with music though? The ideas are so clear, then getting the idea to be anything near as good as you think it can be is just pain at every turn.

[@MaxNiessl]

@@Alexander_Tronstad That's the beauty of music, yes :)

[@ak47bettelyoun]

I'm floored how good this is!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks a lot! :)

[@christhomas362]

After viewing your vids for descending and invincible,and being blown away by the level of work,I'm amazed you managed to turn this song around so fast! You're a machine! Either that or you have Adam Jones on speed dial 😂👌👍

[@MaxNiessl]

Haha thanks man! Glad you enjoy my stuff :)

[@MattyBombatsa]

Dude you're awesome. Love that you make these and also include the tabs!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you! :)

[@andrewdomonic6603]

I see what ya did there with the tattoo. Thanks for the cover. Helped me a lot. Spiral out brother.

[@MaxNiessl]

Haha you're welcome man, glad I could help! Spiral out bro :)

[@markjohnson6268]

Love this format. Makes it easy to follow

[@charlesoutlaw1009]

Wow. Beautiful job. Total thumbs up.

[@shuggabizkit3269]

AAAAA more AAAAAAA, hey,, still a badass tune. Adam Jones is a genius. They all are. Well worth the wait.

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you! Adam is a legend, every band member actually :)

[@jorgedevs]

This is incredible! Well done, man! def gonna try this out!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks man, have fun :)

[@Zom21]

It's just... stuinning man... very clean... so acurate... great job!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks man, much appreciated :)

[@Niloy63]

Well done buddy! A volume pedal will make those swells SOOO much easier, but then again I'm sure you already know that. Again, great job! And it's impressive how quick you put this out!

[@MaxNiessl]

Haha thanks bud :) Yes, but unfortunately I don't own a pedal :(

[@Niloy63]

@@MaxNiessl You played it spot on the harder way, which technically makes it even harder. Who needs pedals when a guitarist has his hands? So kudos!

[@MaxNiessl]

@@Niloy63 Haha thanks bro! :)

[@Mmyers1177]

Nice transitions!

[@IansRcFun]

Thanks! Great job! Cant wait to pay out the ass to get floor seats to watch the boys do this live! Always an unforgettable experience!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you! I'd *love* to see Tool live. Unfortunately, I haven't and all shows in Germany are booked out :(

[@IansRcFun]

@@MaxNiessl well if you ever get the opportunity.. take it! They are unbelievable live!

[@Tanks.With.Teeth.Malloy]

Holy crap this is amazing. Great job!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks dude, glad you enjoyed :)

[@mje19D]

Can’t believe the album is finally here!!!

[@MaxNiessl]

Not yet, don't jinx it! :D

[@Vix_21]

That outro solo ❤

[@athenaescareno6368]

YESS!! Thank you so much ahhh I love tool and this cover is amazing. Thanks for the tabs too :D

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you so much! :)

[@flabens]

Thanks for upload this, now I like the song even more after watch your video. Very pro playing and tone.

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you, I appreciate it :)

[@PreetamDSouzaMusic]

"Since the band is not recording to a click.." - Well, that explains it. I was wondering why the heck the tempo kept changing through the song when I loaded it into my DAW lol! And nice cover too!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks! That's not even that crazy. The fact that Rosetta Stoned is not recorded to a click is mental... :D John Kew made a great drum deconstruction video (+ cover) of this. I urge you to check it out. It's also funny that the guitar parts without the drums seem to be recorded with a click in Fear Inoculum and tempo switches again when the drums come on.

[@bw6138]

Preetam D'Souza BPM changed, time changed, key changed. haha

[@PreetamDSouzaMusic]

@@bw6138 Haha true! Tool is just crazy...in a good way!

[@PreetamDSouzaMusic]

@@MaxNiessl Wow, I had no idea Rosetta Stoned was done without a click either...that's actually insane. Will def check out that drum cover, thanks for the heads up!

[@ExasBits]

Paraphrasing a video I saw about Schism; “We’re just going to show the dots in this time signature so it’s easier to read, but the drumming is really in...”

[@HermeticAscetic22]

Love the groove starting at 07:19. Nice cover!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks :)

[@wsmithld]

Tools new album inspired me to buy a new rig! You made it all that much better!

[@MaxNiessl]

Nice! Milk all the Jones tonez you can get out of that rig, brother! Keep rockin' \m/

[@wsmithld]

Way back in the day I had to go to Sam Goody at the mall to read all the tab books memorize what I could, ride my bike home to play what I remembered. The experience is something I am fond of, but this is so much better. You really have a talent not just your playing ability but this whole presentation is top notch.

[@MaxNiessl]

@@wsmithld Thank you! It's really awesome to be appreciated for the things you love to do :)

[@emex8110]

That was fast. Amazing! Congrats !!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you! :)

[@randallkeller6146]

Awesome work, this is the first video/tab i've seen of Fear Inoculum that actually plays the 3:35 riff correctly (at least it sounds correct), well done. Only thing differently I (me personally) would do is play the C on the 3rd fret of the A string instead of the 10th fret of the (low) D string.

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks man! Yes, it's a recurring theme of Descending so I figured it's being played like this :)

[@zachmarrow]

Damn! That's impressive!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks! :)

[@brokenseatbelt]

Blown away. I'm not worthy!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you! :)

[@knogface]

0 3 5 12 11 7 5 0 0 5 . The Adam Jones scale :p

[@freestylemtbrider]

See how little do you need?

[@victormanuelsuaste]

Muchas gracias mi amigo, ya la tengo en Mi Guitarra me hace falta pulirla, gracias por las Tabs y felicidades por tu canal, tienes una excelente técnica. Saludos desde Cdmx

[@MaxNiessl]

I had to translate this with Google Translate since I don't speak Spanish, but it seems you enjoyed :) Glad I could help you and thanks a lot! :)

[@victormanuelsuaste]

@@MaxNiessl thanks My friend, You're the Best!

[@StephenRP]

Got that tone spot on, good job

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you :)

[@MilkWaffle]

Almost done learning this, and I couldn't have done this whitout your help. You're the fucking best man!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks man! Glad I could help, keep on spiraling :)

[@gregberkhof2953]

Omg this video just made me realize this album is 5 years old now! I still refer to it as the new tool album!

[@chrishines825]

Outstanding job my man!

[@yummyseshog1259]

You’re now my biggest hero

[@MaxNiessl]

Awww

[@crabmandoon2585]

Great job on the improvised volume swells. Your effects are spot on...tried for hours to get the effects yours I way better

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks man, glad you enjoyed :)

[@SimonSchroederDrums]

Hab nur drauf gewartet. Sehr cool ;)

[@MaxNiessl]

Haha danke dir! :)

[@drperkyreal4686]

22 days!! Great cover!

[@stanbrackhage]

Impressive to say the least. Thank you for the great tab.

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you, glad I'm of help :)

[@iansfunvids]

Many thanks for posting this with the tab Awesome \ 0 /

[@MaxNiessl]

You're welcome, thanks! \m/

[@MichaelNienaber]

Dude! Immediate subscribe. Amazing well done!

[@MaxNiessl]

Haha thanks man, appreciate it! :)

[@DifferentPerson]

you made me to learn this in 15 mins, your amazing.

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks man, great I could help you! :)

[@troll4fun]

Nice... please post more.. great playing!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks, I will :)

[@spasmband]

you nailed it, man! Hats off!!!

[@MaxNiessl]

Thanks :)

[@stevemartin171]

Your covers are the best, Max - thank you! I'd vote for 'Schism' next, if you're still taking suggestions.

[@MaxNiessl]

Thank you, Steve! I'll definitely do more from Lateralus :)

[@Heavywall70]

Hell must’ve frozen over because I looked on Apple Music and Tools whole catalogue is there! I mean , I already have it on cd, and vinyl except for “Fear Inoculum” which I will have shortly but I’m just stoked as all hell now

[@MaxNiessl]

Haha same with me, updated all my playlists on the 2nd of August :)