Tone Profile

Fuzzy, sustained, and aggressive, this tone defines raw rock and roll energy. It's the sound of rebellion and primal guitar riffing.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• Keith Richards originally intended the riff to be replaced by horns, viewing the guitar part as a demo. However, the raw, untamed fuzz tone became the defining sound of the track.
• The fuzz effect was achieved using a Gibson Maestro FZ-1 Fuzz-Tone pedal, one of the first commercially available fuzz pedals.
• The Vox AC30 amplifier contributed to the British Invasion sound and provided a key component of the overdriven tone.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a guitar equipped with humbucker pickups for a thicker tone.
• Use a fuzz pedal modeled after the Gibson Maestro FZ-1 Fuzz-Tone. Many modern fuzz pedals can emulate this sound.
• Pair the fuzz pedal with a Vox AC30 model or similar British-style amplifier known for its bright and chimey tone.
• Experiment with the fuzz and amp gain settings to find the sweet spot between saturation and clarity.

Recommended Gear

• Gibson Maestro FZ-1 Fuzz-Tone(pedal)
• Vox AC30(amp)