Hard To Handle settings for Fractal Audio FM9

Amp block

Drive

6

Master

7

Bass

6.5

Mid

7

Treble

6.5

Presence

6

Effects chain

1. 1fuzzPi FuzzTone 5 · Level 6 · Sustain 7
2. 2overdriveT808Gain 6 · Tone 5 · Level 7
3. 3reverbLondon PlateMix 3 · Decay 4

Built-in effects

• Reverb off

Playing tips

• Focus on a smooth, articulate pick attack to capture the dynamic response.
• Use fingerstyle techniques for a more expressive tone, allowing for subtle nuances.
• Experiment with varying your picking pressure to achieve the desired sustain and harmonic overtones.

Amp block

Drive

6

Master

7

Bass

6

Mid

7

Treble

6.5

Presence

6

Effects chain

1. 1overdriveT808Volume 7 · Filter 5 · Distortion 5
2. 2reverbLondon PlateMix 4 · Decay 3

Built-in effects

• Reverb off

Playing tips

• Focus on a percussive attack to capture the punchy rhythm.
• Use dynamics in your picking to emphasize the articulation in the riff.
• Keep the palm muting light to maintain the brightness of the tone.

What amp model should I use on the Fractal Audio FM9 for Hard To Handle?

Use the Class-A 30W TB (Vox AC30) (lead channel) with Drive 6, Master 7, Bass 6.5, Mid 7, Treble 6.5, Presence 6, followed by Pi Fuzz, T808, London Plate.

Which pickup should I use for Hard To Handle?

Neck pickup, with the guitar's tone at 7-8 and volume at 8-9.

What gear did The Black Crowes use on Hard To Handle?

Guitar: Gibson ES-335 (likely 1963 reissue, as used by Rich Robinson on 'Shake Your Money Maker'). Amp: Vox AC30 (studio recording, as per era and multiple sources).

Will these settings work with my guitar?

These settings were adapted for a Gibson Les Paul Junior. Different pickups change how much gain and treble you need. ToneAdapt adapts the tone to your exact guitar, pickups, amp and pedals.