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Bang and Blame (Remastered)
R.E.M.
GuitarRiffDistortedrock1990s
Original Gear
GuitarFender Telecaster (likely 1970s or early 1990s American Standard, as used by Peter Buck on Monster album sessions)
AmpFender Twin Reverb (likely Silverface, as used by Peter Buck in studio during Monster era)
Amp Settings
mid6.5
bass6
gain4.5
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tight, percussive attackslightly gritty rhythm toneclear single-coil articulationpresent upper midscontrolled low endmodest amp breakupdynamic pick attackno heavy saturationdistinct Telecaster snapstudio rhythm clarity
Difficulty
The riff requires tight rhythmic accuracy and dynamic control, but uses straightforward chord shapes and moderate tempo, making it accessible to intermediate players.
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