How to Sound Like King Crimson's Robert Fripp | Potent Pairings

Robert Fripp’s early ’70s work with King Crimson helped define progressive rock—and his unmistakable lead tone remains one of the most mysterious and beautiful sounds in guitar history. In this episode of Potent Pairings, Joe breaks down the gear and techniques behind Fripp’s legendary “woolly” sustain, from his Gibson Les Paul Custom and modded Hiwatt amps to fuzz pedals and the cello-like phrasing that set his playing apart. Along the way, we’ll explore how Fripp used feedback and parallel vibrato to create melodic, otherworldly textures that still inspire guitarists today. See more on Reverb: https://tinyurl.com/5n6k393z Enter for your chance to win a Fender Telecaster: https://reverb.com/watchandwin Photo of Fripp by Steve Morley/Redferns/Getty Images Special guest guitarist: Tibor Tapiansuri