Love, Hate, Love Riff Guitar Tone Settings — Alice In Chains
Alice In Chains · 1990s · rock
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Original Recording
A reconstruction of the riff tone. Gear attributions and estimated settings are explained in the research notes below.
Studio recording, 1990/1991, for the album 'Facelift'. Jerry Cantrell used his G&L Rampage with a Seymour Duncan JB in the bridge, into a Bogner Fish preamp and VHT Classic power amp. No evidence of live or alternate gear for the clean section. Chorus effect is suggested by forum users and is faintly audible in the clean riff.
Amp Settings
Suggested starting points on a 0–10 scale, not documented studio knob positions. Match to your gear for controls specific to your setup.
Effects Chain
- Chorus pedal (model unknown) · chorus
G&L Rampage (bridge pickup, volume rolled down) → Chorus pedal (model unknown) → Bogner Fish preamp → VHT Classic power amp → Cab (studio spring reverb)
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Tone Character
- glassy and haunting
- slightly dark clean
- subtle chorus shimmer
- dynamic and expressive
- minimal breakup
- clear note separation
- mild studio ambience
- not overly bright
- touch-sensitive response
- emotive, slow attack
Sources
Tone Story / Why This Tone Works
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