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The House Is Rockin'

Stevie Ray Vaughan & Double Trouble

Guitarblues1980s

Original Gear

GuitarFender Stratocaster (likely 'Number One' 1963/64 Stratocaster, as used on 'In Step' sessions)

AmpFender Vibroverb (Blackface, 1964, 2x10), possibly blended with Fender Bassman or Dumble Steel String Singer (per In Step session amp list)

PickupsFender single-coil pickups (vintage-style, stock or slightly overwound, as per SRV's main Strat)

Amp Settings

gain3.5

bass7

mid6.5

treble6.5

reverb2.5

presence5

Effects & Signal Chain

overdriveIbanez Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer

Notes

Studio recording, 1988-1989 for 'In Step' album. SRV used multiple amps in the studio, but the Vibroverb is most commonly associated with his main rhythm tones. Tube Screamer likely used for added drive. No evidence of modulation or time-based pedals on the riff section. Settings are based on Guitar World SRV tone guide, which matches the Texas shuffle rhythm style of this track.

Tone Character(10)

edge-of-breakup crunchTexas shuffle groovepercussive and dynamicwarm and mid-forwardslightly gritty but cleararticulate single-coil claritytouch-sensitive responsetight low endsnappy attackminimal effects coloration

Difficulty

The riff requires advanced right-hand control for the Texas shuffle feel, fast tempo, and precise muting, making it challenging for most players.

Sources

Stevie Ray Vaughan virtually defined the art of the Texas shuffle Stevie Ray Vaughan's amps and effects pedals: an in-depth guide

This tone has been researched 2 times by the community

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Guitarblues1980s

Original Gear

GuitarFender Stratocaster (likely 'Number One' 1963/64 Stratocaster, as used on 'In Step' sessions)

AmpFender Vibroverb (Blackface, 1964, 2x10), possibly blended with Fender Bassman or Dumble Steel String Singer (per In Step session amp list)

PickupsFender single-coil pickups (vintage-style, stock or slightly overwound, as per SRV's main Strat)

Amp Settings

gain3.5

bass7

mid6.5

treble6.5

reverb2.5

presence5

Effects & Signal Chain

overdriveIbanez Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer

Sources

Stevie Ray Vaughan virtually defined the art of the Texas shuffle Stevie Ray Vaughan's amps and effects pedals: an in-depth guide

This tone has been researched 2 times by the community

Notes

Studio recording, 1988-1989 for 'In Step' album. SRV used multiple amps in the studio, but the Vibroverb is most commonly associated with his main rhythm tones. Tube Screamer likely used for added drive. No evidence of modulation or time-based pedals on the riff section. Settings are based on Guitar World SRV tone guide, which matches the Texas shuffle rhythm style of this track.

Tone Character(10)

edge-of-breakup crunchTexas shuffle groovepercussive and dynamicwarm and mid-forwardslightly gritty but cleararticulate single-coil claritytouch-sensitive responsetight low endsnappy attackminimal effects coloration

Difficulty

The riff requires advanced right-hand control for the Texas shuffle feel, fast tempo, and precise muting, making it challenging for most players.

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