Riff Tone
Kiss from a Rose (Acoustic Version) [Bonus Track]
Seal
Guitarother2010s+
Original Gear
GuitarKiesel AC275 acoustic-electric
AmpUnknown (likely direct to board or acoustic amp, no evidence of specific amp used for this acoustic studio recording)
PickupsPiezo under-saddle pickup (stock Kiesel AC275)
Amp Settings
gain0
bass5.5
mid6
treble6
reverb4
presence5
Effects & Signal Chain
compressionUnknown Compressor pedal (model unknown)
Notes
Studio recording, acoustic version. Seal is seen and referenced playing a Kiesel AC275 acoustic-electric in interviews and demos for his acoustic performances. No evidence of electric guitar or traditional amp use for this acoustic version. Year: 2010s+ (bonus track release era).
Tone Character(10)
warm and natural acoustic timbrecrisp articulationclear note separationgentle compressionlush but subtle reverbintimate, close-mic'd soundno audible overdrivetransparent, uncolored tonefingerstyle dynamicsacoustic resonance
Difficulty
The riff requires intermediate fingerstyle technique, accurate chord changes, and dynamic control to maintain clarity and evenness on an acoustic guitar.
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Create Free AccountGuitarother2010s+
Original Gear
GuitarKiesel AC275 acoustic-electric
AmpUnknown (likely direct to board or acoustic amp, no evidence of specific amp used for this acoustic studio recording)
PickupsPiezo under-saddle pickup (stock Kiesel AC275)
Amp Settings
gain0
bass5.5
mid6
treble6
reverb4
presence5
Effects & Signal Chain
compressionUnknown Compressor pedal (model unknown)
Notes
Studio recording, acoustic version. Seal is seen and referenced playing a Kiesel AC275 acoustic-electric in interviews and demos for his acoustic performances. No evidence of electric guitar or traditional amp use for this acoustic version. Year: 2010s+ (bonus track release era).
Tone Character(10)
warm and natural acoustic timbrecrisp articulationclear note separationgentle compressionlush but subtle reverbintimate, close-mic'd soundno audible overdrivetransparent, uncolored tonefingerstyle dynamicsacoustic resonance
Difficulty
The riff requires intermediate fingerstyle technique, accurate chord changes, and dynamic control to maintain clarity and evenness on an acoustic guitar.