Riff Tone

Black Dog

SAMURAI

Guitarrock2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarUnknown (no source confirms exact model for this recording; likely a humbucker-equipped guitar based on tone and genre)

AmpUnknown (no source confirms exact amp model for this recording; likely a Marshall-style amp based on genre and tone)

PickupsUnknown (likely humbuckers; no source confirms exact type/model for this recording)

Amp Settings

gain6

bass5

mid5.5

treble7

reverb2

presence6

Effects & Signal Chain

No effects used for this tone

Notes

No sources confirm the exact guitar or amp used for the studio recording of 'Black Dog' by SAMURAI. All available sources discuss general tone approaches or reference Led Zeppelin's original, not SAMURAI's specific recording. Settings and gear are estimated based on the genre, era, and audible tone. Studio recording, released 2020s.

Tone Character(10)

tight and percussivecrunchy rhythmarticulate attacksinister edgeclassic rock-inspired driveclear note separationslightly scooped midspresent but not harsh treblecontrolled low endnot overly saturated

Difficulty

The riff requires tight rhythmic precision, fast position shifts, and aggressive picking, making it moderately challenging for intermediate players.

Sources

My best attempt at Black Dog : r/Guitar What's your favorite Samurai song? : r/cyberpunkgame

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