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Mannish Boy
Muddy Waters
GuitarRiffDistortedblues1950s
Original Gear
GuitarFender Telecaster 'The Hoss' (serial no. 026176)
AmpUnknown vintage tube amp (likely Fender or similar, exact model not confirmed for this recording)
Amp Settings
mid6.5
bass6.5
gain3.5
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raw and bitingslightly gritty edge-of-breakupwarm, punchy midrangeclear and articulate attackdynamic and touch-sensitiveminimal reverb, dry studio soundpercussive and rhythmicclassic Chess Records blues tone
Difficulty
The riff is straightforward and repetitive, but requires strong rhythmic feel and dynamic control to achieve the signature punchy, biting tone. Slide technique may be used for fills but is not required for the main riff.
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