Riff Tone

Workin' Man Blues

Merle Haggard

Guitarcountry1960s

Original Gear

GuitarFender Telecaster

AmpFender Twin Reverb

PickupsSingle-coil

Amp Settings

gain2

bass5

mid6

treble7

reverb3

presence5

Effects & Signal Chain

overdriveBoss Boss BD-2 Blues Driver

Notes

Merle Haggard was known for using a Telecaster, which is common in country music for its bright and twangy tone.

Tone Character(5)

Bright and twangy Telecaster toneEdge-of-breakup tube saturationWarm and smooth country soundTouch-sensitive dynamicsClassic country twang

Difficulty

The song features a fast-paced country riff that requires hybrid picking and precise timing, but is approachable for intermediate players.

Sources

Merle Haggard's Gear

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