Songs for the Deaf Mid-Honk — C-Standard Stomp
Josh Homme has identified the small Peavey Decade as a secret ingredient in recognizable Queens of the Stone Age tones, including “No One Knows,” while later analysis emphasizes the importance of boosted low-mid frequencies rather than a conventional scooped rock sound. The record used layered and unconventional equipment, so the values below are representative rather than a claim that one amp produced the entire finished guitar. Source: Guitar World’s Peavey Decade reports and Josh Homme tone interview.
Signal Chain
Notes
Use C-standard strings with enough tension to keep the riff percussive. Emphasize the 400–600 Hz region and avoid excessive presence or sub-bass.
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