Riff Tone

TORE UP

Don Toliver

Guitarother2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarUnknown electric guitar (exact model not confirmed)

AmpUnknown (amp model not confirmed, likely clean/edge-of-breakup amp)

PickupsUnknown (likely single-coil or humbucker, model not confirmed)

Amp Settings

gain4.5

bass5.5

mid6

treble7

reverb4.5

presence6

Effects & Signal Chain

reverbUnknown Reverb pedal (model unknown)

Notes

No official or forum sources confirm the exact guitar or amp model used on the studio recording. No evidence for live vs studio differences. Recording is from 2024 studio album.

Tone Character(10)

smooth and mellowslightly overdrivenwarm and roundedstudio-polishednot harsh or fizzymoderate sustainclear note separationsubtle ambiencenot heavily compressedmodern R&B/hip-hop guitar sample vibe

Difficulty

The riff is straightforward but requires precise timing and a smooth, controlled touch to match the studio feel.

Sources

TORE UP guitar cover? : r/DonToliver - Reddit What amp setting do I need to play Tore Up by Don Toliver - Reddit how do i achieve a similar guitar lead sound like don tolivers tore up?

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