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Too Late for Love
Def Leppard
GuitarRiffDistortedrock1980s
Original Gear
GuitarGibson Les Paul Standard (Steve Clark) and Fender Telecaster (Phil Collen, rhythm overdubs)
AmpMarshall JMP 2203 Mk II Master Lead 100w (Steve Clark), Marshall amp (Phil Collen, likely JMP 2203 or JCM800)
Amp Settings
mid6
bass6
gain7
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tight and definedBritish crunchclear note separationmoderate gainarticulate attackslight chorus shimmerfull and layerednot overly saturatedpercussivestudio-polished
Difficulty
The riff requires intermediate skill due to its syncopated rhythm, palm muting, and the need for clarity in chord voicings, especially when layering multiple guitar parts.
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