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Knocked Up
Kings of Leon
GuitarRiffCleanrock2000s
Original Gear
GuitarGibson ES-325 (Caleb Followill's main guitar for 'Because of the Times' era studio recordings)
AmpFender Hot Rod DeVille 212 (studio, 'Because of the Times' sessions, clean tone)
Amp Settings
mid6.5
bass6
gain3
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chimey and openwarm and slightly roundedarticulate note separationsubtle amp reverb ambiencedynamic and touch-sensitiveno audible breakupslightly compressedclear and present midsbright but not harshstudio-clean, not sterile
Difficulty
The riff requires precise, syncopated strumming and dynamic control to maintain a clean, chimey tone without unwanted noise or breakup. While not technically advanced, the feel and articulation are critical for authenticity.
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