GuitarCleanRiff
Only If Riff Guitar Tone Settings — Steve Lacy
Steve Lacy · 2010s+ · other
studio
Original Recording
Guitar
Fender Stratocaster (model not fully confirmed, but highly likely based on Steve Lacy's known use and tone on 'Only If')
Pickups
Single-coil (Fender stock or similar, exact model unknown)
Amp
Amp model unknown (likely direct input or small solid-state amp, possibly with amp sim or plugin, as Steve Lacy is known for recording with GarageBand on iPhone or laptop)
Pickup Position
Position 4 (neck + middle)
Studio recording, 2019 (album 'Apollo XXI'). Steve Lacy is widely documented to use minimal setups, often recording direct into GarageBand with little to no pedals or traditional amps. No evidence of live rig or alternate gear for this song's riff section.
Amp Settings
Mids6
Bass5.5
Gain2.5
Reverb3.5
Treble6.5
Presence5
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Tone Character
- clean and glassy
- slightly compressed
- warm but articulate
- funk-inspired clarity
- direct, lo-fi indie pop sound
- no audible overdrive
- no time-based effects
- no modulation effects
- open, dynamic picking
- minimal studio coloration