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That Smell Solo Guitar Tone Settings — Lynyrd Skynyrd

Lynyrd Skynyrd · 1970s · rock

studio

Original Recording

Guitar
Gibson Les Paul (likely 1959 Standard, as used by Gary Rossington on studio recordings in the 1970s)
Pickups
Gibson PAF humbuckers
Amp
Peavey Mace (1970s model, 160-watt 6x6L6 combo, as used by Gary Rossington in studio and live)
Pickup Position
Bridge pickup

Studio recording, 1977. Gary Rossington stated he used the Peavey Mace for most Skynyrd recordings in the '70s, including 'That Smell.' No evidence of pedals or effects other than amp reverb for the solo section. Settings estimated based on era, amp, and genre. No evidence of live/touring substitutions for this part.

Amp Settings

Mids
7
Bass
6.5
Gain
6
Reverb
3.5
Treble
7
Presence
6

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Tone Character

  • singing sustain
  • classic Southern rock crunch
  • smooth upper-mids
  • articulate lead lines
  • touch-sensitive response
  • rich harmonic overtones
  • slightly compressed attack
  • warm but cutting
  • dynamic pick attack
  • not overly saturated

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