Solo Tone

Reba (Live)

Phish

Guitarrock1990s

Original Gear

GuitarPaul Languedoc Custom Hollowbody (Koa, 2 humbuckers, 1 single coil, 1 piezo, 24-fret, 1996 build)

AmpMesa/Boogie Mark III Long Head (Sovtek 6L6 power tubes, JJ preamp tubes, 2x12 EVM12L speakers)

PickupsCustom-wound Languedoc humbuckers (neck and bridge), single coil in middle, piezo bridge (magnetic humbuckers used for solo)

Amp Settings

gain4.5

bass6

mid7

treble6.5

reverb3

presence5.5

Effects & Signal Chain

compressionRoss Ross Compressor

overdriveIbanez Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer (Analogman modded)

overdriveIbanez Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer (Analogman modded, second unit)

delayUnknown Delay pedal (likely Ibanez DM2000 or TC Electronic Nova Repeater, era-dependent)

Notes

Live performance, late 1990s (specifically 1996-2000 era). Rig based on period-correct sources and multiple fan/gear sites. No evidence of amp effects loop use for solo. Settings estimated from era and amp type.

Tone Character(10)

singing sustainsmooth and liquid lead linesslightly compressed attackwarm midrangecrystal-clear highslush delay repeatstouch-sensitive responsearticulate phrasingclear note separationviolin-like solo tone

Difficulty

The 'Reba' solo is challenging due to its length, improvisational nature, fast passages, and the need for expressive dynamic control and phrasing. It requires advanced technical skill and musicality.

Sources

Trey Anastasio's Guitars, Amps, Pedals & Other Gear | Equipboard RECREATING TREY'S ICONIC 1999 RIG - Phish.net 2019 Summer – Trey's Guitar Rig

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