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Riff Tone

Intro

The xx

Guitarother2000s

Original Gear

GuitarGibson 1974 Les Paul Custom Reissue
AmpRoland Micro Cube
PickupsGibson humbuckers (stock on 1974 Les Paul Custom Reissue)

Amp Settings

gain0
bass5
mid5.5
treble7
reverb6
presence5

Effects & Signal Chain

reverbBoss Boss RV-5 Digital Reverb

Notes

Studio recording, 2009. Romy Madley Croft is confirmed to use the Roland Micro Cube and a Gibson Les Paul Custom Reissue for the debut album. The amp's onboard reverb and a Boss RV-5 Digital Reverb pedal are both associated with her studio setup. No evidence of other pedals or amp models for this specific recording.

Tone Character(10)
clean and spaciouslush reverb tailminimalist and atmosphericbright and articulatesoft attackintimate, haunting qualityclear single-note linesno audible distortionambient, dreamy texturesubdued, non-aggressive dynamics

Difficulty

The riff requires clean, articulate fingerstyle playing with precise timing and dynamic control to maintain the song's minimalist, atmospheric feel. While not technically demanding, the challenge lies in maintaining clarity and subtlety.

Sources

Romy Madley Croft, The xx Singer & Guitarist Gear | EquipboardThe xx Members, Gear & Sound | EquipboardThe xx Reverb Pedal? : r/guitarpedals - Reddit

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