Riff Tone

Edge of Desire

John Mayer

Guitarrock2000s

Original Gear

GuitarFender Stratocaster (likely 1964 or Custom Shop, as used by Mayer in this era)

AmpTwo Rock Custom Reverb Signature (studio recording, 2009 era)

PickupsFender Custom Shop 'Big Dipper' single coils

Amp Settings

gain4

bass6

mid6.5

treble6.5

reverb4

presence5.5

Effects & Signal Chain

overdriveIbanez Ibanez TS10 Tube Screamer

delayUnknown Analog Delay pedal (model unknown)

Notes

Studio recording, 2009 (Battle Studies album). Gear based on Mayer's known studio setup for this era; no direct source confirms exact amp/pickup for this song, but this is the most documented configuration for the album sessions.

Tone Character(10)

glassy and articulatewarm and smoothslightly compressedtouch-sensitiveedge-of-breakup cleanpresent upper midsclear note separationsubtle ambient delaydynamic responsenot overly saturated

Difficulty

The riff requires advanced hybrid picking, intricate chord shapes, and dynamic control to maintain clarity and groove, making it challenging for most intermediate players.

Sources

Which effects does John use in Edge of Desire and Slow dancing in ...Edge of desire by John Mayer tone tips : r/BossKatana [Question] Amp settings for Edge of Desire? : r/Guitar

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