Sir Bob Posted March 17, 2001 Share Posted March 17, 2001 While listening to the radio today, I heard a couple of songs with a strong "chunka'chunka" rhythm guitar sound. You know, "I Won't Back Down" by Tom Petty. I was wondering if you have some secrets. I suppose just cranking the amp, palming the guitar strings and playing the bottow two strings is all it takes. I wonder if anyone puts foam under the strings like the P-Bass sound? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KHAN Posted March 17, 2001 Share Posted March 17, 2001 Palm muting is definately the key. Also, dialing in the right amount of distortion is important. Too much, and you lose definition. Not enough, and "No Chunka Factor" I also like playing around with a short, small room reverb, or short delay. Maybe around 30 or 40ms. Your Chunka-Chunka may vary... So Many Drummers. So Little Time... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nrg music Posted March 17, 2001 Share Posted March 17, 2001 Khan Wrote: ------------ Palm muting is definately the key. Also, dialing in the right amount of distortion is important. Too much, and you lose definition. Not enough, and "No Chunka Factor" ------------ IMHO Khan is quite correct palm muting and the correct amount of distortion are the key factors to a good Chunka factor.... Do watch the distortion factor it is critical! I have always found a fender tele to be purrrfect for chunking it has a good bright tone and you can get an excellent "chip" outta it. Small rooms and a 30/60ms delay also help fatten up the sound and perhaps a little boost in the mids. Keep on chunking!! Simon http://www.musicplayer.com/ubb/biggrin.gif ...remember there is absolutely no point in talking about someone behind their back unless they get to hear about it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedster Posted March 17, 2001 Share Posted March 17, 2001 >>No Chunka Factor Either this would be a great name for a wimpy band or a great name for creamy peanut butter. I find that the cab influences chunka factor as well. When I used to have my half stack, there was a high chunka factor. Now, with a 1x12 open back combo, the chunka factor ain't quite there as much. "Cisco Kid, was a friend of mine" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KHAN Posted March 17, 2001 Share Posted March 17, 2001 >>>Either this would be a great name for a wimpy band or a great name for creamy peanut butter. ============= Or a Zappa Tribute... ..........Chunka's Revenge... http://cwm.ragesofsanity.com/s/net4/blu_md_wht.gif So Many Drummers. So Little Time... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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