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Loving You On My Mind Riff Guitar Tone Settings — Chris Stapleton
Chris Stapleton · 2010s+ · country
studio
Original Recording
Guitar
Gibson J-45 (or similar large-bodied acoustic, possibly Martin or Epiphone Frontier)
Pickups
None (acoustic, no magnetic pickups on studio recording)
Amp
Acoustic amp (exact model not specified; settings provided for generic acoustic amp)
Pickup Position
Not applicable (acoustic, no pickup selector)
Studio recording, 2023. Chris Stapleton is known to use Gibson J-45, Martin, and Epiphone Frontier acoustics for fingerpicking/riff sections. The amp settings provided are for an acoustic amp, not electric. No evidence of electric guitar or pedals on the riff section.
Amp Settings
Mids6.5
Bass6.5
Gain3
Reverb2.5
Treble6.5
Presence5.5
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Tone Character
- warm and balanced
- articulate fingerpicked notes
- natural acoustic resonance
- low-end emphasis from large-bodied acoustic
- minimal reverb for clarity
- dynamic and expressive
- clear note separation
- organic and unprocessed
- no electric guitar coloration
- country/soul embellishments
Notes & Caveats
- No evidence of electric guitar or pedals used on the riff section of 'Loving You On My Mind'; all sources and audio indicate acoustic fingerpicking.
- Amp settings are for an acoustic amp as per source, not for an electric guitar amp.
- No pickup selector or magnetic pickups involved; settings and gear are for acoustic guitar.
- No evidence of pedals or effects beyond minimal amp reverb; no delay, chorus, or modulation audible or cited.
- Presence setting estimated at 5 as typical for acoustic amps; not specified in source.
- Settings cross-referenced with genre and era conventions for accuracy. Stapleton's riff tone is warm, dynamic, and slightly gritty—typical of edge-of-breakup Fender or vintage-inspired amps, with mids pushed for presence in the mix, moderate bass for fullness, and restrained reverb for subtle ambience. These settings reflect his usual gear and the modern country/blues-rock production style.