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Cliffs of Dover (Live)
Eric Johnson
GuitarRiffDistortedrock1980s
Original Gear
Guitar1954 Fender Stratocaster (with DiMarzio HS-2 bridge pickup, custom wiring: tone control on bridge and middle pickups)
Amp1969 Marshall Model 1959 Super Lead 100-watt head into Marshall 4x12 with Celestion G12-80 speakers
Amp Settings
mid4.5
bass5.5
gain7.5
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sweet, sustaining tonesmooth, non-percussive attackviolin-likewarm and creamyclear and articulatemid-focused but not harshtouch-sensitivedynamic responsenot overly compressedsinging sustain
Difficulty
The riff section of 'Cliffs of Dover' is technically demanding due to its fast tempo, intricate picking patterns, and the need for precise articulation and dynamic control. Advanced technique and stamina are required to maintain clarity and musicality at speed.
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