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It's Not Living (If It's Not With You)
The 1975
GuitarRiffDistortedrock2010s+
Original Gear
GuitarFender Stratocaster (exact model unknown, likely American or Mexican Standard based on era and band usage)
AmpVox AC15
Amp Settings
mid6.5
bass5.5
gain4
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bright and shimmeryclean with slight edgelush chorus modulationtight, compressed attackarticulate note separationpresent in the mix80s-inspired pop guitarpolished studio sheensubtle gritlush reverb tail
Difficulty
The riff requires tight, syncopated strumming and clean chord voicings, but is not technically demanding in terms of speed or advanced techniques. The main challenge is maintaining clarity and timing with the modulation and delay effects.
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