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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
Mids5
Bass4.5
Gain6
Reverb3
Treble6.5
Presence5
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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