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Bound for Glory Riff Guitar Tone Settings — Tedeschi Trucks Band

Tedeschi Trucks Band · 2010s+ · blues

studio

Original Recording

Guitar
Gibson SG Standard (Derek Trucks signature or vintage spec, likely late 60s/early 70s style)
Pickups
Gibson '57 Classic Alnico II humbuckers (stock or vintage spec, non-potted)
Amp
Fender Super Reverb (blackface, vintage 1965-67, 4x10 combo, no master volume)
Pickup Position
Neck pickup

Studio recording, album version, released 2016. Derek Trucks is known for using his SG into a cranked Fender Super Reverb with minimal pedals for the main riff. No evidence of live rig or alternate amps for this specific recording.

Amp Settings

Mids
5
Bass
4.5
Gain
6
Reverb
3
Treble
6.5
Presence
5

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Tone Character

  • warm and smooth
  • singing sustain
  • touch-sensitive
  • edge-of-breakup crunch
  • clear slide articulation
  • full-bodied midrange
  • slightly compressed attack
  • open and dynamic
  • minimal pedal coloration
  • harmonically rich

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