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Riff Tone

That Song

Big Wreck

Guitarrock1990s

Original Gear

GuitarGibson Les Paul Standard (likely 90s model, as seen in era photos and live videos)
AmpSuhr OD-100 (for hot-rodded Marshall tones, as referenced by Thornley for heavier sounds in this era)

Amp Settings

gain6
bass6.5

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Effects & Signal Chain

Notes

Studio recording, 1997 (album release year). Gear inferred from era interviews and Thornley's statements about the amps and pedals used on every record since the 90s. No direct studio session documentation found for this specific song, but Suhr OD-100 and Les Paul Standard are consistent with his main rig for 'That Song' era.

Tone Character(10)
big and opencrunchy rhythmtight low endarticulate midrangeclear note separationslightly compressed attackharmonic richnessdynamic response to pickingnot overly saturatedBritish-voiced overdrive

Difficulty

The riff requires tight, syncopated rhythm playing with palm muting and dynamic picking, as well as clarity in chord voicings under moderate gain. Intermediate to advanced players will find it challenging to maintain articulation and groove.

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