lead guitar from “light my fire” by the doors | ToneDB
light my fire
the doors
lead guitar
85% ai confidence
Tone Profile
A bright, articulate, and slightly biting clean tone with prominent attack, characteristic of early electric blues and jazz influences played fingerstyle.
Signal Chain
Instrument: Gibson SG Special (P-90 pickups)
Amp: Fender Twin Reverb
Microphone: Shure SM57
Processing: Studio Reverb (Plate/Chamber)
Other: Played fingerstyle. Amp set relatively clean but pushed for brightness and slight breakup.
Recording Notes
- Robby Krieger used fingerstyle exclusively, contributing to the unique attack and dynamics.
- The guitar signal was relatively clean, relying on the amp's natural character when pushed.
- P-90 pickups provide a distinct midrange bite compared to humbuckers.
- Studio reverb was likely added during mixing.
Recreation Tips
- Use fingerstyle or a hybrid picking technique to emulate the attack.
- Select the bridge or middle pickup position on an SG or similar guitar.
- Aim for a bright clean tone on a Fender-style amp, just at the edge of breakup.
- Add a touch of plate or spring reverb.
- Focus on dynamic control with your picking hand.
Recommended Gear
- Gibson SG Special(guitar)
- Gibson SG Standard(guitar)
- Fender '65 Twin Reverb Reissue(amp)
- Universal Audio UAD Pure Plate Reverb(plugin)
- Shure SM57(mic)