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Riff Tone
Kashmir
Led Zeppelin
Guitarrock1970s
Original Gear
Guitar1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard 'Number Two'
AmpMarshall Plexi (likely Super Lead, possibly modified with KT88 tubes)
Amp Settings
gain3
bass6
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Notes
Studio recording, 1974-1975 for Physical Graffiti. Jimmy Page used his Les Paul 'Number Two' in DADGAD tuning for the riff. No evidence of pedals or effects used for the clean riff section; amp likely set for low gain. No explicit mention of effects loop or additional pedals for the clean section.
Tone Character(10)
open and modalclear and percussive attackfull-bodiedarticulatedynamic and touch-sensitiveslightly compressedwarm but not muddyringing sustainhypnotic and trance-likeminimal breakup
Difficulty
The riff requires familiarity with DADGAD tuning, precise timing, and dynamic picking to achieve the hypnotic, percussive feel. While not technically virtuosic, the unique tuning and rhythmic discipline make it more challenging than standard rock riffs.
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Original Gear
Guitar1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard 'Number Two'
AmpMarshall Plexi (likely Super Lead, possibly modified with KT88 tubes)
Amp Settings
gain3
bass6
Create an account to see all tone details
Create Free AccountEffects & Signal Chain
Notes
Studio recording, 1974-1975 for Physical Graffiti. Jimmy Page used his Les Paul 'Number Two' in DADGAD tuning for the riff. No evidence of pedals or effects used for the clean riff section; amp likely set for low gain. No explicit mention of effects loop or additional pedals for the clean section.
Tone Character(10)
open and modalclear and percussive attackfull-bodiedarticulatedynamic and touch-sensitiveslightly compressedwarm but not muddyringing sustainhypnotic and trance-likeminimal breakup
Difficulty
The riff requires familiarity with DADGAD tuning, precise timing, and dynamic picking to achieve the hypnotic, percussive feel. While not technically virtuosic, the unique tuning and rhythmic discipline make it more challenging than standard rock riffs.