Riff Tone

Black Sheep (feat. Brie Larson) [Brie Larson Vocal Version / Bonus Track]

Metric

Guitarrock2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarUnknown (likely Fender Telecaster or Gibson Les Paul, but not confirmed for this recording)

AmpUnknown (likely Marshall or Fender tube amp, but not confirmed for this recording)

PickupsUnknown (likely humbuckers or single-coils depending on guitar, not confirmed for this recording)

Amp Settings

gain6.5

bass6

mid6.5

treble7

reverb2.5

presence6

Effects & Signal Chain

distortionUnknown Distortion pedal (model unknown)

reverbUnknown Reverb pedal or amp reverb (model unknown)

Notes

No direct sources confirm the exact guitar, pickups, or amp used on the studio recording of 'Black Sheep (feat. Brie Larson) [Brie Larson Vocal Version / Bonus Track]'. The original Metric version was released in 2010, and the Brie Larson vocal version was recorded for the Scott Pilgrim vs. The World soundtrack. All gear details are estimated based on genre, era, and typical studio practices for Metric at the time. No evidence of live rig or alternate gear for this specific riff section.

Tone Character(10)

thick and crunchytight and drivingbright attackslightly compressedclear note separationpunchy midrangepresent but not harsh treblecontrolled low endmodern indie rock edgenot overly saturated

Difficulty

The riff requires tight, punchy palm muting and precise rhythm, but uses straightforward power chords and moderate tempo, making it accessible to intermediate players.

Sources

Metric shared a video of Brie Larson performing 'Black Sheep' in the ...Anyone got songs like Black Sheep (Brie Larson and Metric) - Reddit Scott Pilgrim vs. the World: The Clash at Demonhead - Black Sheep

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