2:55·63K views·May 2025·Released 1967·Taught by Marty Music
Lead GuitarRockKey of E108 BPMTuning: Half step down
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Chords
E7#9
What you'll learn
How to play the Purple Haze riff
Proper technique for the iconic opening riff
Guitar tone and gain settings for the classic sound
About this lesson
Think you can handle Hendrix? In this Short, we break down the iconic Purple Haze riff so you can master it in minutes. Fuzzy, punchy, unforgettable — this riff helped rewrite the rules of rock. Grab your guitar, turn up the gain, and let’s channel some Jimi!