Riff Tone

Free (Live)

Phish

Guitarrock2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarLanguedoc G2

AmpKomet 60 (Amp 2, used for rhythm/riff sections, as per tech interview for 2024 live rig)

PickupsCustom-wound humbuckers (Languedoc, likely Seymour Duncan '59 or similar PAF-style, as per era and builder)

Amp Settings

gain4.5

bass6

mid6.5

treble6.5

reverb4.5

presence5.5

Effects & Signal Chain

compressionAnalog Man Analog Man Bi-Comprossor

overdriveIbanez Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer

overdriveKlon Klon Centaur

delayWay Huge Way Huge Supa-Puss Analog Delay

wahDunlop Custom Audio Electronics/Dunlop MC404 Wah

Notes

Live performance, 2024 (Las Vegas Sphere era). Guitar World interview with Trey's tech confirms Komet 60 for rhythm/riff, Trainwreck for leads. Languedoc G2 is Trey's main guitar for Phish live shows.

Tone Character(10)

warm and smoothslightly compressedclear note separationopen and dynamictouch-sensitivebright but not harshmild breakuptight low endarticulate midrangesustain with clarity

Difficulty

The riff requires intermediate skill due to syncopated rhythms, dynamic picking, and the need for clean articulation with subtle muting. Not technically advanced, but demands tight timing and control.

Sources

Trey Anastasio’s tech, Justin Stabler, reveals his Phish rig | Guitar World Trey Anastasio's Guitars, Amps, Pedals & Other Gear | Equipboard How to get your favorite bands sound? : r/Guitar - Reddit

Create an account to adapt this tone to your gear

Create Free Account