Raphael Saadiq
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Raphael Saadiq's Gear
In this video from Fender, Raphael Saadiq introduces his limited edition Fender signature Telecaster model.
In an April 2021 YouTube video (link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ssZnqpLnqw) Raphael Saadiq detailed his pedalboard setup in collaboration with Vertex Effects. During this video, at timestamp 4:28, pedalboard expert Mason Marangella highlights the inclusion of the Pigtronix Mothership 2, a guitar synth pedal, in Saadiq's setup. Further into the video, at 12:30, Saadiq himself elaborates on his decision-making process for selecting his pedals.
In the video titled "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon" by Vertex Effects on YouTube, it is shown that Raphael Saadiq uses a vintage Dallas-Arbiter Fuzz Face on his pedalboard.
In the video titled "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon" by Vertex Effects on YouTube, it is confirmed that Raphael Saadiq uses the Gurus Echosex 2° as part of his studio rig.
Raphael Saadiq uses the Walrus Audio Julianna, as confirmed in the YouTube video by Vertex Effects titled "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon," where the pedalboard setup for Saadiq is discussed in detail.
Raphael Saadiq is confirmed to use the Vertex Steel String Clean Drive, as shown in the YouTube video titled "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon" by Vertex Effects.
In the YouTube video titled "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon" by Vertex Effects, it is confirmed that Raphael Saadiq uses the Vertex Dynamic Distortion MKII as part of his pedalboard setup.
In the YouTube video titled "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon" by Vertex Effects, Raphael Saadiq is shown using the Vertex Effects Nyle Compressor Pedal.
In the YouTube video titled "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon" by Vertex Effects, Raphael Saadiq is shown using the Prescription Electronics Vibe-Unit as part of his pedalboard setup.
In the video titled "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon" by Vertex Effects on YouTube, it is confirmed that Raphael Saadiq uses the TC Electronic PolyTune 2 Mini.
Raphael Saadiq is confirmed to use the JHS Twin Twelve overdrive effects pedal, as seen in the YouTube video titled "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon" by Vertex Effects.
Raphael Saadiq is confirmed to use the EarthQuaker Devices Transmisser, as seen in the YouTube video titled "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon" by Vertex Effects.
In the YouTube video titled "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon," by Vertex Effects, Raphael Saadiq is shown using the Wren and Cuff Caprid pedal. This video provides a detailed look at the construction of his studio pedalboard, confirming his use of this specific gear.
In the YouTube video titled "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon" by Vertex Effects, it is confirmed that Raphael Saadiq uses the Strymon Zuma power supply on his pedalboard.
In the video titled "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon" by Vertex Effects on YouTube, it is confirmed that Raphael Saadiq uses the Pigtronix Ringmaster Analog Multiplier.
In the YouTube video titled "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon" by Vertex Effects, it is confirmed that Raphael Saadiq uses the Dunlop Echoplex Delay EP103 as part of his studio rig.
In the video titled "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon" by Vertex Effects on YouTube, Raphael Saadiq is shown using the Electro-Harmonix Deluxe Memory Man (Big Box) as part of his pedalboard setup.
In the video "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon" on YouTube by Vertex Effects, it is confirmed that Raphael Saadiq uses the Lehle P-Split.
In the video titled "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon" by Vertex Effects on YouTube, Raphael Saadiq is shown using a Pro Co RAT pedal.
In the YouTube video titled "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon" by Vertex Effects, it is confirmed that Raphael Saadiq uses the Dunlop Volume (X) Pedal as part of his equipment setup.
Raphael Saadiq is confirmed to use the Dunlop Cry Baby Wah Wah pedal as demonstrated in the YouTube video titled "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon" by Vertex Effects.
Raphael Saadiq is seen using a white Fender Stratocaster Electric Guitar during the "Pedalboard Demo/Testimony" segment at 12:25 in the YouTube video titled "Building a Studio Pedalboard for an R&B Icon" by Vertex Effects.
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Discography
Instant Vintage
2002
Ray Ray
2004
The Way I See It
2008
Live In Paris
2010
Step (The Motion Picture Score)
2017
Jimmy Lee
2019
L.A.'s Finest: Season One (Original Score from the Television Series)
2020
From Scratch (Soundtrack from the Netflix Series)
2022
Marvel's Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur (Original Soundtrack)
2023
Marvel's Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur: Season 2 (Original Soundtrack)
2024
Marvel's Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur: Season 2 - Vol. 2 (Original Soundtrack)
2025
Freaky Tales (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
2025
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TEXAS HOLD 'EM (PONY UP) REMIX
Beyoncé · 2024
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The United States vs. Billie Holiday (Music from the Motion Picture)
Andra Day · 2021
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