Riff Tone

What About Me? (2024 Remixed + Remastered)

Snarky Puppy

Guitarother2010s+

Original Gear

GuitarFender Stratocaster (exact model for this recording not confirmed, but highly likely based on band history and live footage)

AmpTech 21 Fly Rig 5 SansAmp (used for direct amp/cab simulation in studio/live, as per Equipboard and Snarky Puppy interviews for this era)

PickupsSingle-coil (likely Fender stock or similar, exact model not confirmed for 2024 remix)

Amp Settings

gain5.5

bass6

mid6.5

treble6.5

reverb2.5

presence6

Effects & Signal Chain

overdriveTech 21 Tech 21 Fly Rig 5 SansAmp

compressionUnknown Compressor pedal (model unknown)

Notes

Studio recording, 2024 Remixed + Remastered version. No direct evidence of alternate guitars/amps for riff section; Fly Rig 5 SansAmp is widely documented as the core amp/cab sim for Snarky Puppy guitarists in this period. No evidence of traditional tube amp used for the riff in this version.

Tone Character(10)

tight and percussivearticulate and clearslightly compressedmodern fusion crunchdynamic and responsivemild breakuppresent midrangesnappy attackclear note separationnot overly saturated

Difficulty

The riff requires advanced rhythmic precision, fast picking, and dynamic control to maintain clarity and articulation at high speed.

Sources

FLY RIG 5 SANS AMP - What To Know & Where To Buy | Equipboard The Guitars of Snarky Puppy : r/SnarkyPuppy

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