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Ants Marching (Live In Copenhagen, Denmark) [March, 14, 2007] [Bonus Track] Guitar Tone Settings
Dave Matthews & Tim Reynolds · 2000s · rock
live
Original Recording
Guitar
Taylor 914ce Acoustic-Electric
Pickups
Taylor Expression System (piezo + dynamic sensors, onboard preamp)
Amp
Direct to PA (no traditional guitar amp used, standard for Dave Matthews live acoustic performances)
Pickup Position
Piezo pickup (Taylor Expression System, onboard preamp)
Live performance, March 14, 2007, Copenhagen, Denmark. Dave Matthews is known for playing Taylor 914ce acoustics with onboard electronics, running direct to the PA or a DI box for live shows. No evidence of electric guitar or traditional amp on this live acoustic riff section.
Amp Settings
Mids6
Bass5.5
Gain0
Reverb3
Treble7
Presence5.5
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Tone Character
- bright and articulate
- percussive and rhythmic
- warm, natural acoustic timbre
- clear note separation
- dynamic strumming attack
- full-bodied chords
- slight room ambience
- crisp highs
- balanced midrange
- no audible distortion