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Clapton, Eric/Crossroad Guitarfest 2004

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Expert: Roger Everett - 7/9/2006


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What are the amps a effects pedals EC used in this concert?   Are they heavily modified or stock?

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Well, since I wasn't a roadie on the stage putting Clapton's stuff together, I have no way of knowing the answer to that question,but will have to assume that Clapton uses the most sophisticated "wah-wah pedal" money can buy. You have to remember,though,that Eric can make pretty good sound effects without one. I've never seen anyone that could make a guitar make any sound he wants to come out of it like he can.Birds chirping,for example.

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Have been a dedicated Clapton fan since he was in Cream,followed his work from 1967 till present. The best by far guitarist ever,listen to the Original "Layla",when he played with Legendary Duane Allman in a band called Derek and the Dominos-what you think is a bird at the end of the song is Clapton's expertise with the guitar, or a song called "Let it Rain" from the album (CD) 461 Ocean Blvd,for example,the riffs on his trademark black Stratocaster are unbelievable . If you think Jimmy Page or Jimi Handrix is a bigger star the Clapton, think about this: Clapton was asked to play the licks on The Beatles' "MY Guitar Gently Weeps",had played with Steve Winwood( who himself made a comeback back in the '80's) in a band named Blind Faith-"Hey Mr. Fantasy",etc. Who else can say that thy've been in rock and roll for over 40 years, and had an affair with George Harrison's wife? How cool is that

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