Riff Tone
Sailing
Christopher Cross
Guitarother1980s
Original Gear
GuitarYamaha SA2000
AmpFender Twin Reverb (Silverface, late 1970s)
PickupsYamaha SA2000 humbuckers (Alnico, vintage-voiced)
Amp Settings
gain0
bass6
mid6
treble6.5
reverb5.5
presence5.5
Effects & Signal Chain
chorusUnknown Chorus pedal (model unknown)
Notes
Studio recording, 1979-1980. Guitar and amp confirmed by multiple interviews and period photos. No evidence of live rig or alternate gear for the studio riff section.
Tone Character(10)
lush and cleanwarm and glassysmooth and shimmeringchorus-rich modulationstudio-quality claritysoft, dynamic pickingsubtle amp reverbairy and hi-figentle, sustained notesno audible overdrive
Difficulty
The riff requires clean, even chord work with subtle dynamic control and a smooth, consistent touch to maintain clarity and shimmer with chorus and reverb. No advanced techniques, but requires finesse.
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Original Gear
GuitarYamaha SA2000
AmpFender Twin Reverb (Silverface, late 1970s)
PickupsYamaha SA2000 humbuckers (Alnico, vintage-voiced)
Amp Settings
gain0
bass6
mid6
treble6.5
reverb5.5
presence5.5
Effects & Signal Chain
chorusUnknown Chorus pedal (model unknown)
Notes
Studio recording, 1979-1980. Guitar and amp confirmed by multiple interviews and period photos. No evidence of live rig or alternate gear for the studio riff section.
Tone Character(10)
lush and cleanwarm and glassysmooth and shimmeringchorus-rich modulationstudio-quality claritysoft, dynamic pickingsubtle amp reverbairy and hi-figentle, sustained notesno audible overdrive
Difficulty
The riff requires clean, even chord work with subtle dynamic control and a smooth, consistent touch to maintain clarity and shimmer with chorus and reverb. No advanced techniques, but requires finesse.