Solo Tone

Rosanna

Toto

Guitarrock1980s

Original Gear

GuitarValley Arts Custom Pro (early 80s, EMG pickups, Floyd Rose, HSS configuration)

AmpDumble Overdrive Special (studio, 1981-82, as per forum consensus and interviews)

PickupsEMG SA single coils (neck/middle), EMG 85 humbucker (bridge)

Amp Settings

gain7

bass6

mid7

treble6

reverb3.5

presence6

Effects & Signal Chain

chorusUnknown Chorus pedal (model unknown)

delayUnknown Delay pedal (model unknown)

Notes

Studio recording for Toto IV (1981-82). Lukather used his Valley Arts Custom Pro with EMG pickups and a Dumble Overdrive Special for the solo. No evidence of live rig or alternate guitars/amps for this section.

Tone Character(10)

singing sustainsmooth and liquidwarm midrange focusslightly compressedclear and articulatepolished studio sheentouch-sensitivesubtle ambient spacevocal-like phrasingmoderate gain with clarity

Difficulty

The Rosanna solo is challenging due to its fast legato passages, intricate phrasing, and the need for precise articulation within a shuffle feel. Expressive bends and dynamic control add to the technical demands.

Sources

Lukather: What amp was he using for Toto IV ? | The Gear Page Steve Lukather guitar lesson: his must-learn licks

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