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Riff Tone

Animals

Maroon 5

Guitarrock2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarJames Valentine Signature Model (Ernie Ball Music Man James Valentine)
AmpFractal Audio Systems AX8 Amp Modeler/Multi-FX Processor (used for amp and effects modeling in studio and live)

Amp Settings

gain6
bass5.5

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Effects & Signal Chain

Notes

Studio recording for 'Animals' (2014, album 'V'). James Valentine is confirmed to use the Fractal AX8 for both live and studio, with modeled amps and effects. No evidence of traditional tube amp use on this recording. Pedalboard includes a Friedman BE-OD Deluxe, Strymon Timeline, Strymon Flint, and other modern pedals, but AX8 is primary for core tone.

Tone Character(10)
tight and punchymodern rock cruncharticulate and percussiveslightly compressedpresent upper midscontrolled low endclear note separationnot overly saturateddynamic responsestudio-polished clarity

Difficulty

The riff requires tight, syncopated rhythm playing with controlled muting and dynamic picking, but does not involve advanced lead techniques or complex chord voicings.

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