Getting John Frusciante's Tone With The Boss IR2 

Dave, (mate) I was lucky enough to get to see JF and the rest of the band play last night (27 July) in Indiana, US! Had you joining me in mind the entire time! I found it very interesting that at many times throughout the show, his tone was much warmer (think very close to Claptons "fathers eyes") and he was extremely tasteful in his playing, and utilized a lot more space (playing 5 notes instead of 8 or 10). Sadly, I couldn't get anywhere near his rig, but he played tele most of the show. A strat came out for a few, and he even had a very cool gretsch hollowbody for a song or two. Was a wonderful time that I hope you get to experience at some point! Keep up the good work! All the best from Indiana! JS2

this is exactly what ive been looking for! and on a side note, i hope you’re doing well

Damn man, you're an awesome player, I'm new to your channel after your video about your recent struggle appeared on my feed. I know what you're going through and hope things are improving for you. Life really is worth living for. Peace brother.

keep livin greatly dave through all the ups and downs, you’ve inspired me beyond measure and countless others. You have a beautiful soul, keep creating those beautiful sounds. ❤️❤️

Absolutely amazing playing as always mr Simpson. Hope all is well in your world too

Hi Dave hope your in a better place mate

Hey Dave saw one of your last vid's , just want you to know I'm with you man. I don't know all that's gone on , but I hate to see you in pain..... As for this pedal I'm really impressed , it's crazy to think of the tones that can be had out of little stomp boxes these days. Also you know something is special when it can live happily with the DS-2!

exactly the video I was looking for after picking up an IR-2 a few months ago. thanks dave

Always wonderful to hear you playing guitar, Dave. I have been on this quest as well with amp simulator pedals. I have found different results by going into the return of the an amp, rather than the front input. Bypassing the preamp section of the amp and solely using the pedal as your new preamp. Keeping the signal chain the same I would be curious if this change anything. Just a thought…I am definitely enjoying the journey can’t wait for pt.2. Thank you

Great stuff Dave! Thanks for sharing

Hi mate, I hope you are doing as well as you can atm. Great vid 🤟

Sounds great. Your playing is really the sauce.

Great sound as always mate

Dave, honestly we prefer all your videos 😊 Keep it up! 🤜🏽✊🤛🏼

Just got the pedal, so this video is right on time. Thank you Dave!

Good video Super Dave. Appreciate the info and playing take care kemosabe 😊👍✌️🎸

As always awesome much love from the USA hope very sincerely you are doing better keep your head up 💪 and PLEASE keep on playing!

Great video Dave, I actually preferred the first setting, but both were great! Sending lots of love buddy.

Agree on the Micro Amp point. People are obsessed with buying the pedals John uses without knowing or caring why he uses them. It's a boost, he uses it to boost. It's not the magic Can't-Stop-in-a-box pedal. Also, in regards to the Major John uses, do you think he was using it as far back as BSSM? He refers to a "bass amp" a few times in Funky Monks, but never specifies the model so it could be a Super Bass & not his Major, which is a Bass head & not the Lead/Pig that Mick Ronson & Ritchie Blackmore were known for.

I think no matter what gear and what settings u use, u r always able to sound kinda john ish just because of ur insane playing. u are incredible mate. keep rockin!!

Love my IR-2. Thanks for this! 🙏

Great video! Although the second tone probably sounded better solo in the room, I think the first tone was actually truer to John’s tone.

Thank you Dave

Hello Dave hope all is well…..I was at that gig…queens of the Stone Age with Mark Lanegan… foo fighters support. Red hot chilli peppers headline……great day. Best slane I’ve been to.

What a fantastic video have a wonderful weekend Dave ❤😊

I have this pedal its awesome- Great video Dave - as always

Getting a Boss IR2 is the first challenge!

Fingers crossed you’re getting better!👍

Pretty much nailed it as always ❤

I would love to see the "sound like" tones you can emulate from the IR2, would make an interesting series.

I was pumped about the IR 2. Finally got one and then quickly realized it wasn’t that great at all. Sold it, no regrets.

you nail his sound for me the sounds comes from you your finger ,it kind of a Jimi tone best cannel on the tube .

I seldom watch videos this long. But dave makes me do 😂🤘 btw surprised how the wah behaved

oi Dave! thanks bro stay safe!

Thanks

Dave's beard grows fast..........or is it RU-vid magic?😊

Dave try adding the CE-1. See what that'll do

hi dave i love you

YUP ... this is very convincing ... Me thinks 'bout gettin' this WAH and the IR2 ... where is the budget

I am debating if I should get this and here you are. Idk if it's worth it when I got the boss katan tone studio and Mk2 amp

3 things: 1. Hope you're doing well 2. Have you tried the ToneX ONE? 3. What Marshall is that behind you at the foot of the bed?

You couldn’t be more close to or perfect to John Frusciante’ guitar tone ….

Love the Wah!

Dave, you seem to being doing much better. Has everything been resolved and how is Ms. Queenie?

hope you’re doing better man

Great video Dave , great tone and playing. Dave I’m sure you’ve told us many times on here what modal Strat that is you’re playing here but would you be as kind as to tell me again ? Please. I notice the logo is in gold and the only gold fender logo guitar I know of is the ultra.

Would love to get my hands on an IR-2, but they're like rocking horse poop in the UK right now 😅

I prefer everything you do on guitar

nice!

Hi Dave, when bringing up chorus ensemble the Roland JC-22 popped up in my head. Never tried one, did you try one and if so what's your opinion. Thanks Mike

Hi 😊👋

Hi Dave! I got one specific question. How do you “control” the volume of the ds-2 if its all the way up? Im allways worriex to have those big jumps in volume when i try to crank pedals

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Dave what’s that old marshall amp in the background what is the exact model i remember seing one years ago?

Soooo .... here is THE Fohn F's essentials .... sitting on the fence watching

I think you are there with it. Does John ever use a Rotovibe?

I’ve just been bitten by a spider😳

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