rhythm guitar from “(i can't get no) satisfaction” by the rolling stones | ToneDB
(i can't get no) satisfaction
the rolling stones
rhythm guitar
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Tone Profile
A raw, biting, and instantly recognizable fuzz tone that defined early rock distortion.
Signal Chain
Instrument: Harmony H70 Meteor (or Gibson Les Paul Standard)
Amp: Vox AC30 (or Fender Showman)
Processing: Maestro FZ-1 Fuzz-Tone
Other: Recorded at RCA Studios, Hollywood. The fuzz pedal was reportedly used directly into the console or through an amp.
Recording Notes
- The Maestro FZ-1 pedal was brand new and Keith Richards used it to sketch out a horn line.
- The fuzz effect was likely run at maximum intensity.
- The recording has a very direct and aggressive sound, possibly minimizing room ambience on the guitar track.
- Recorded May 1965 at RCA Studios, Hollywood.
Recreation Tips
- Use a vintage-voiced fuzz, specifically a Maestro FZ-1 style circuit.
- Set the fuzz gain/attack to maximum.
- Use the bridge pickup of a guitar with humbuckers or P90s for a biting tone.
- Play the riff with a strong, consistent attack.
- A slightly pushed clean or edge-of-breakup amp tone works well as the fuzz provides the core distortion.
Recommended Gear
- Maestro FZ-1 Fuzz-Tone (or clone like Gibson Maestro FZ-M, JHS Pedals Supreme, Electro-Harmonix Satisfaction)(pedal)
- Harmony H70 Meteor (or similar vintage hollowbody/semi-hollow)(guitar)
- Gibson Les Paul Standard (alternative guitar)(guitar)
- Vox AC30(amp)
- Fender Telecaster (often associated with Keith, though less likely for this specific track)(guitar)