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T.N.T. - Chords/Riffs

T.N.T. by AC/DC is a hard-driving classic from the Australian hard rock band's early catalog, originally released on the album of the same name in Australia and New Zealand in 1975. Built around a raw, powerhouse riff, it is one of the most recognizable tracks in rock guitar history. For electric guitar players, it offers an ideal entry point into AC/DC's straightforward yet punchy rhythm style, making it a go-to song for mastering tight, aggressive chord work and riff-based playing.

  • The T.N.T. album marked the first AC/DC recording featuring bassist Mark Evans and drummer Phil Rudd as the rhythm section.
  • AC/DC's riff-driven approach on T.N.T. relies heavily on open power chords, making it accessible yet impactful for beginner and intermediate guitarists.
  • The T.N.T. album was initially released exclusively in Australia and New Zealand, giving it a regional identity before AC/DC gained global recognition.
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Gibson SG Standard

Angus Young's 1968 Gibson SG Standard is the foundation of AC/DC's signature tone, its lightweight mahogany body and full upper-fret access enabling his aggressive, fluid lead work. Stock Gibson humbuckers push Marshall Plexi amps into natural tube saturation, giving him the perfect balance of dynamics and crunch without relying on effects.

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Marshall Plexi (1959 Super Lead)

The Marshall 1959 Super Lead cranked to full volume is where Angus Young's power comes from, with no master volume control forcing the power tubes to compress and break up naturally. This thick, harmonically rich overdrive defines AC/DC's raw, unprocessed rock tone straight from guitar to amp.

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Marshall JTM45

Angus Young uses the Marshall JTM45 as his primary amp for achieving natural tube saturation at high volumes, where the amp's power tubes generate organic overdrive without any pedal assistance. This minimalist, direct approach captures AC/DC's core sound: pure, uncolored guitar and amp interaction.

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