I know a lot of the same questions probably keep popping up and I apologize if this has been asked recently.

I have read the threads on the effects, pedals, and guitar setup that Prince uses and they have been helpful.
However, does anyone know how Prince got the nasty/raw guitar sound at the beginning of the 12" version of Paisley Park? It sounds to my ear like a lot of distortion and overdrive, but I would like to know if anyone here knows for sure.

Thanks
[This message was edited Tue Jul 20 19:53:39 2004 by purplesmoke]

It sounds a little dirtier and out of control than many of his guitar parts. I dunno, I've always suspected that that beginning may be Wendy on het Rickenbacker through an overdriven amp...

Wendy? It is a ripping solo with some crunching power chords, if it is Wendy then I am impressed.

Have you seen the Prince & the Revolution live video? Wendy can definitely play!

purplesmoke said:

It's not wendy,it is prince

No I'm sure...
Seriously, how could I know.
But the timing just doesn't sound prince-y to me. Just like that rhythm riff on the 12" of I would die 4 u. It's different.

hectim said:

I agree...has that Wendy sound. I think that cuz It sounds like Neil Finns record "One All". And Wendy plays all over that.

On a side note: i remember when I heard Sherly Crow's song "My Favorite Mistake". The second those funky sloppy chords came in I thought-man that reminds me of revolution era Prince. Low and behold thats Wendy! She added alot to that distinct Revolution sound.


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