GuitarCleanRiff
Sappy (Smart Sessions) Riff Guitar Tone Settings — Nirvana
Nirvana · 1990s · rock
studio
Original Recording
Guitar
Univox Hi-Flier Phase 3
Pickups
Stock Univox humbuckers
Amp
1960s Lecrolab R600C 70 Watt Combo Amp
Pickup Position
Neck pickup
Studio recording at Smart Studios, Madison, WI, April 1990. Clean section of 'Sappy (Smart Sessions)'. Guitar and amp confirmed for Smart Sessions era; amp used for clean tones before distortion pedal engaged. No evidence of live performance for this version.
Amp Settings
Mids6
Bass6
Gain0
Reverb2
Treble6.5
Presence5
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Tone Character
- warm and slightly compressed
- clear and articulate
- modest amp reverb for space
- percussive attack
- dynamic response to picking
- no audible breakup or drive
- full-bodied midrange
- slightly rounded highs
- open and natural
- studio-clean, not clinical