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Riff Tone
Sappy (2013 Mix)
Nirvana
Guitarpunk2010s+
Original Gear
GuitarUnivox Hi-Flier Phase 3
AmpFender '65 Quad Reverb
Amp Settings
gain6.5
bass6
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Notes
Studio recording, 2013 remix of 'In Utero' session. Guitar and amp confirmed by multiple sources for 'Sappy' recording. Not live gear. Pedal chain based on studio evidence and era.
Tone Character(10)
aggressive, biting distortionraw and saturatedmid-heavy, punchy attackslightly boxy, compressedfuzzy, thick wall of soundarticulate pick attacktight, focused low endgritty, punk-inspired drivenotably dry, minimal ambiencepercussive, dynamic riffing
Difficulty
The riff requires tight, aggressive strumming with palm muting and dynamic control, but uses straightforward power chords and rhythm patterns typical of punk/grunge.
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Original Gear
GuitarUnivox Hi-Flier Phase 3
AmpFender '65 Quad Reverb
Amp Settings
gain6.5
bass6
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Create Free AccountEffects & Signal Chain
Notes
Studio recording, 2013 remix of 'In Utero' session. Guitar and amp confirmed by multiple sources for 'Sappy' recording. Not live gear. Pedal chain based on studio evidence and era.
Tone Character(10)
aggressive, biting distortionraw and saturatedmid-heavy, punchy attackslightly boxy, compressedfuzzy, thick wall of soundarticulate pick attacktight, focused low endgritty, punk-inspired drivenotably dry, minimal ambiencepercussive, dynamic riffing
Difficulty
The riff requires tight, aggressive strumming with palm muting and dynamic control, but uses straightforward power chords and rhythm patterns typical of punk/grunge.