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Tone Profile

The lead guitar sound is characterized by its bright, slightly overdriven tone with a touch of psychedelic flair. It's a raw, edgy sound that cuts through the mix, providing a memorable hook.

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The Story

Robby Krieger's lead guitar tone on "Light My Fire" was created using his Gibson SG played through a Supro Tremo-Verb amplifier. The track was recorded at Sunset Sound Recorders in Los Angeles with producer Paul A. Rothchild and engineer Bruce Botnick. The amp was pushed to achieve natural tube overdrive, and its built-in tremolo contributed to the psychedelic character of the sound.

Production Credits

Producer: Paul A. Rothchild

Engineer: Bruce Botnick

Recorded at: Sunset Sound Recorders, Los Angeles, CA

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a Gibson SG or similar guitar with humbucker pickups.
  • Use a Supro Tremo-Verb amp or an amp model that emulates its characteristics. A small tube amp with a built-in tremolo is ideal.
  • Increase the amp's gain to achieve a slightly overdriven tone. Adjust the tone controls to brighten the sound and add presence.
  • Experiment with the amp's tremolo effect to add a subtle psychedelic vibe.
  • If you don't have access to a Supro amp, try using an overdrive pedal with a similar amp in a box voicing.

Original Gear

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Substitutions & Recommendations

Epiphone SG StandardShop on Reverb$300-$400

Alternative to: Gibson SG

Provides the essential humbucker pickup tone and similar body resonance at a budget-friendly price point

Supro 1622RT Tremo-VerbShop on Reverb$1,200-$1,400

Alternative to: Supro Tremo-Verb

Modern reissue of the exact amplifier used on the recording, delivering authentic tube overdrive and tremolo

Fender Blues Junior IVShop on Reverb$450-$550

Alternative to: Supro Tremo-Verb

Tube amp with built-in tremolo that can achieve similar overdriven tones when cranked up

Boss BD-2 Blues DriverShop on Reverb$80-$100

Alternative to: Supro Tremo-Verb overdrive

Provides the slight overdrive character when used with a clean tube amp

UAD Supro Amp PluginPlugin Boutique$150-$200

Alternative to: Supro Tremo-Verb

Digital emulation of the Supro amps including the Tremo-Verb model used on the original recording

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