Riff Tone

Tweezer

Phish

Guitarrock1990s

Original Gear

GuitarPaul Languedoc G2

AmpMesa Boogie Mark III Long Head

PickupsCustom-wound humbuckers (Languedoc G2 stock)

Amp Settings

gain4

bass6

mid7

treble6.5

reverb2.5

presence5.5

Effects & Signal Chain

compressionRoss Ross Compressor

overdriveIbanez Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer (set for light gain)

overdriveIbanez Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer (set for higher gain)

Notes

Studio recording, 1992-1993 era. Gear confirmed for this period and song by multiple sources. Pedalboard was relatively simple compared to later rigs. All info is for the original studio recording, not live versions.

Tone Character(10)

compressed and glassymid-forward claritytight, percussive rhythmslightly gritty edge-of-breakuparticulate note separationwarm but not muddydynamic and touch-sensitivedistinct pick attacksinging sustain on held notesminimal amp reverb

Difficulty

The riff requires intermediate skill due to its syncopated rhythm, precise muting, and dynamic control to maintain clarity and articulation with a touch-sensitive, edge-of-breakup tone.

Sources

Phish Guitar Tone — Settings for Every Signature Song | ToneMirror 1993 – Trey's Guitar Rig Trey Anastasio's Guitars, Amps, Pedals & Other Gear RECREATING TREY'S ICONIC 1999 RIG - Phish.net

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