Solo Tone

Redbone (Mixed)

Childish Gambino

Guitarother2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarUnknown solidbody electric guitar (exact model not confirmed, likely Fender or Gibson type based on era and tone)

AmpMaestro Rhythm 'N Sound G-2 (used for fuzz and effects, not a traditional amp); main amp model not confirmed

PickupsUnknown, likely humbucker or P90 (exact type not confirmed, but thick/fat tone suggests not single coil)

Amp Settings

gain5.5

bass6.5

mid7

treble6

reverb4.5

presence5.5

Effects & Signal Chain

fuzzMaestro Maestro Rhythm 'N Sound G-2

octaveUnknown Octave pedal (model unknown, possibly EHX Micro Pog or similar)

wahUnknown Envelope filter (model unknown, possibly Funky Autowah or similar)

delayUnknown Tape echo (model unknown, possibly studio effect or pedal)

reverbUnknown Reverb pedal (model unknown, possibly plate or digital)

Notes

Studio recording, 2016; the solo section was processed through a Maestro Rhythm 'N Sound G-2 for fuzz and octave effects. No direct evidence of the main amp model used. All gear listed is for the studio recording of the solo section only.

Tone Character(10)

thick, saturated fuzzoctave-up harmonicsbuzzy, synth-like texturecompressed and sustainingslightly gated/velcro fuzz decaywarm but aggressivebubbly, modulated overtonestape echo ambienceharmonized lead linescutting, present in the mix

Difficulty

The solo requires intermediate to advanced control of fuzz/octave effects, rhythmic accuracy, and phrasing to cut through the dense mix, but does not involve extreme technical speed or advanced techniques.

Sources

Childish Gambino 'Redbone' | Noise Chest Articles Childish Gambino | Equipboard Question about Redbone solo (Childish Gambino) : r/guitarpedals Childish Gambino - “Redbone” Guitar Fuzz Tone : r/guitarpedals

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