Riff Tone

Manic Depression

The Jimi Hendrix Experience

Guitarrock1960s

Original Gear

Guitar1965-66 Fender Stratocaster

AmpMarshall JTM45/100 Super Amp (stack, non-master volume, cranked)

PickupsFender single-coil pickups (stock 1960s Stratocaster)

Amp Settings

gain6.5

bass6.5

mid7.5

treble5

reverb0

presence6

Effects & Signal Chain

fuzzDallas-Arbiter Dallas-Arbiter Fuzz Face (Germanium, red)

Notes

Studio recording, 1967. Gear confirmed for 'Are You Experienced' album sessions. No evidence of live/touring substitutions for this recording.

Tone Character(10)

raw and fuzzy overdrivetouch-sensitive and dynamicmid-forward, singing sustainpercussive and articulate attackslightly compressedopen and responsiveclassic British crunchnot overly bright or harshorganic, amp-driven distortionvintage 60s rock texture

Difficulty

The riff requires advanced rhythmic precision, dynamic control, and mastery of Hendrix-style chord voicings and muting, making it challenging for most players.

Sources

Amp settings for Hendrix tone? : r/jimihendrix - Reddit I've finally heard "real" amp distortion! | Page 2 | The Gear Page hendrix's gear on BBC Sessions?[DISCUSSION] My absolute best tips regarding Jimi Hendrix tones ...

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