Riff Tone

Dark Necessities

Red Hot Chili Peppers

Guitarrock2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarFender Jazzmaster

AmpUnknown (studio amp not confirmed for this track; likely Fender or Marshall based on era and artist's typical choices)

PickupsFender Jazzmaster single-coil pickups

Amp Settings

gain4

bass6

mid5.5

treble7

reverb5

presence5.5

Effects & Signal Chain

chorusUnknown Chorus pedal (model unknown)

delayBoss Boss DD-7 Digital Delay

wahUnknown Wah pedal (model unknown)

Notes

Studio recording, 2016. Guitar confirmed via Equipboard and music video. No definitive amp model confirmed for the studio recording of this song's riff section.

Tone Character(10)

bright and articulatemodulated shimmertight and percussiveclear note separationslightly gritty edge-of-breakupdynamic and responsivechorus adds widthsubtle delay ambienceno heavy distortionarticulate attack

Difficulty

The riff requires tight, syncopated rhythm playing with dynamic picking and careful use of effects for clarity and articulation, making it moderately challenging for intermediate players.

Sources

Red Hot Chili Peppers – The Getaway - Gear & Equipment Used on the Album | Equipboard Dark Necessities Guitar sound : r/RedHotChiliPeppers - Reddit

Create an account to adapt this tone to your gear

Create Free Account