Under Cover of Darkness Riff Guitar Tone Settings — The Strokes
The Strokes · 2010s+ · 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, 2010-2011. Gear confirmed for Nick Valensi and Albert Hammond Jr. on Angles album sessions. Riviera with P-94s is the main clean guitar for the riff section. No evidence of pedals in clean sections; overdrive pedals are used for distorted parts only.
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
Epiphone Riviera → Fender Hot Rod DeVille (spring reverb on, no pedals in clean section)
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Tone Character
- bright and chimey
- articulate attack
- tight and percussive
- clear note separation
- slightly compressed
- jangly top end
- present mids
- dynamic response
- minimal breakup
- no audible overdrive
Sources
Tone Story / Why This Tone Works
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