lead guitar from “american woman” by the guess who | ToneDB
american woman
the guess who
lead guitar
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Tone Profile
A raw and slightly overdriven guitar tone with a distinct fuzz-like character, providing a cutting edge that defines the song's energy.
Production Credits
Producer: Jack Richardson
Engineer: Brian Christian
Recorded at: RCA Studios, Chicago
Signal Chain
Instrument: Gibson Les Paul
Amp: Garnet Herzog
Recording Notes
- The lead guitar was recorded using a Garnet Herzog amplifier, which is crucial to the song's signature sound.
- The amp's unique distortion characteristics contribute significantly to the tone's fuzz-like quality.
Recreation Tips
- Start with a Gibson Les Paul or similar guitar with humbucker pickups.
- The Garnet Herzog is key; if unavailable, experiment with fuzz pedals to emulate its saturated sound.
- Adjust the amp settings for a slightly overdriven tone with a noticeable fuzz edge.
- Focus on capturing the raw energy and cutting presence of the original recording.
Recommended Gear
- Gibson Les Paul(guitar)
- Garnet Herzog(amp)
Sources
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