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Smells Like Teen Spirit
Nirvana
GuitarRiffCleanrock1990s
Original Gear
GuitarFender Mustang (Competition Blue, 1969-1970, as used in Nevermind sessions)
AmpMesa/Boogie Studio .22 Preamp into Crown Power Base 2 power amp, Marshall 1960A 4x12 cabinet
Amp Settings
mid5
bass5
gain0
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shimmering modulationwatery chorus effectclear and glassyarticulate attackslightly scooped midstight low endbright but not harshdynamic responsepercussive strummingmodulation shimmer
Difficulty
The clean riff is rhythmically straightforward but requires precise muting and strumming to achieve the percussive, articulate sound, especially with the chorus effect engaged.
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