opening guitar riff from “sweet child o' mine” by guns n' roses | ToneDB
sweet child o' mine
guns n' roses
opening guitar riff
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Tone Profile
A bright, sustained, and slightly overdriven rock tone with a touch of chorus and delay. This sound is iconic for its clarity and harmonic richness, making it instantly recognizable.
Production Credits
Producer: Mike Clink
Engineer: Mike Clink
Recorded at: Rumbo Recorders (Canoga Park, CA)
Signal Chain
Instrument: Gibson Les Paul
Amp: Marshall 1959SLP
Microphone: Shure SM57
Processing: Boss CE-1, Korg SDD-3000
Recording Notes
- The guitar was likely recorded with a close-mic'd amplifier. The chorus effect is subtle but adds width and shimmer to the tone.
- The delay effect thickens the sound and adds sustain.
Recreation Tips
- Start with a Les Paul or similar humbucker-equipped guitar.
- Use a Marshall-style amp with moderate gain.
- Add a subtle chorus effect to widen the tone.
- Use a digital delay with short delay time and moderate feedback.
- Experiment with microphone placement to find the sweet spot of the cabinet.
Recommended Gear
- Gibson Les Paul(guitar)
- Marshall 1959SLP(amp)
- Shure SM57(mic)
- Boss CE-1(pedal)
- Korg SDD-3000(pedal)
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