Riff Tone

The Old Man Down The Road

John Fogerty

Guitarrock1980s

Original Gear

GuitarGibson Les Paul

AmpMesa Boogie Mark IIC+

PickupsHumbucker

Amp Settings

gain6

bass6

mid5

treble7

reverb3

presence5

Effects & Signal Chain

overdriveIbanez Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer

Notes

John Fogerty is known for using humbucker-equipped guitars for a thick, powerful tone.

Tone Character(5)

Crunchy, overdriven toneThick, saturated soundWarm, smooth sustainTouch-sensitive dynamics70s rock influence

Difficulty

The song requires a solid understanding of rhythm and dynamic control to maintain the driving rock feel.

Sources

John Fogerty's Gear

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