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.

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