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Gold On the Ceiling
The Black Keys
GuitarRiffDistortedrock2010s+
Original Gear
GuitarIbanez Custom SG (white, three humbuckers, likely late 1960s/early 1970s model)
AmpUnknown exact model; likely vintage tube amp (Fender or Marshall) as used on 'El Camino' sessions
Amp Settings
mid7
bass6.5
gain6.5
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heavy, buzzy fuzz texturethick, saturated riff soundmidrange punchharmonic-rich sustainslightly gated fuzzraw, garage rock energycompressed and aggressivenot overly scoopedvintage fuzz flavordistinct octave/fuzz blend
Difficulty
The riff is rhythmically straightforward but requires tight timing and control of a heavy fuzz sound to avoid muddiness. Muting and articulation are important for clarity.
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