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Knee Socks (Live)
Arctic Monkeys
GuitarRiffCleanrock2010s+
Original Gear
GuitarFender Jazzmaster (likely American Vintage or Classic Player, black pickguard, as seen in AM-era live performances)
AmpSelmer Zodiac Twin 30 (main), sometimes blended with Magnatone Custom 410 (AM era live rig)
Amp Settings
mid7
bass6
gain0
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bright and punchyclear and articulateslightly ambientmodulation shimmertight, percussive attackwarm neck pickup characterdynamic response to pickingno audible overdrivesubtle spring reverbclean, rhythmic playing
Difficulty
The riff requires tight, syncopated picking and clean articulation to let the modulation effect shine. Dynamic control is needed to maintain clarity and avoid unwanted breakup, but the part is not technically demanding beyond rhythmic precision.
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