Jon Herington of Steely Dan plays their classics with AmpliTube iRig

Jon Herington, accomplished guitarist who has played on such pivotal work as Steely Dan's Grammy-winning CD "Two Against Nature" uses AmpliTube iRig to plug his guitar into his iPhone in this video. Watch Jon play some signature Steely Dan songs and give a walk-through of the AmpliTube iRig's functions. Jon will use AmpliTube iRig to practice for his upcoming tour in August 2010.
More information at www.amplitube.com/irig and www.jonherington.com
AmpliTube iRig is a combination of an easy-to-use instrument interface adapter and guitar and bass tone mobile software.
With AmpliTube iRig, you can plug your guitar into your iPhone/iPod touch/iPad and jam anywhere with world class guitar and bass tone right in the palm of your hand - from the leader in studio-class guitar and bass software.
Simply plug the iRig interface into your mobile device, plug your instrument into the appropriate input jack, plug in your headphones, amp or powered speakers, download AmpliTube for iPhone Free and start rocking!

[@injuredtabletennisplayer1474]

He’s such an understated monster on the guitar.

[@albaggdaddy]

Such a tight, precise and heartfelt guitar player. Hugely underrated.

[@digidrum2003]

It's 2021 and i miss seeing Steely in concert...i really miss watching John playing the solos...such a cool laid back approach to his craft!!! I will miss seeing Walter up on stage.......thank you Walter for all the music and memories.

[@flstffatboy3910]

Yes Walt was so cool & Clever

[@danf4447]

when your day job makes you smile like that after 20+ years and you are killing it..you know you got the right gig :)

[@winterlandboy]

Man you are one talented player and Fagen writes the most awesome songs Rip.Walter Becker

[@JD-zw4pz]

Jon was a year ahead of me in high school. Remember his wild hair and carrying around a sax.

[@NoveltyCitizen]

made me grin watching him play these historic licks so nonchalantly, great guitarist here

[@ciarraibuzz]

Ain't it a trip to see these guitarists do this.

[@timothywieland1089]

Novelty Citizen no

[@UKN77]

@James Williams Was right for Jon - I certainly wouldn't expect to see a cover band with Steely Dan just playing every note from the record. The main ingredients are there, but it has to be Jon's solo, not just him copying Jay Graydon (correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe he did the original).

[@pallhe]

@James Williams You mean it's different from the album. I think it's much more interesting to play something at least partly different. The cats in the Steely Dan band are excellent improvisers in their own right. There's no reason to expect a note-for-note rendition like in a classical concert. The approach here is more jazz/rock.

[@pallhe]

@James Williams I guess that's an equally legitimate point of view. There are certainly parts of some solos that have become part of the melodic fabric of the song. "Stairway to Heaven" comes to mind. But I always like to hear something new, even totally different versions of songs. My approach to the "Peg" solo would be to learn it note-for-note (a valuable lesson in itself) and then develop it into something of my own.

[@gordeauxd]

Saw Steely Dan at the Wellmont in Montclair, NJ a few years back. Jon Herrington nailed every single solitary guitar solo from beginning to end. And Steely Dan has, over the years, used some great guitarists on their albums, so Herrington's ability to nail every solo was truly remarkable.

[@jefffelderman2409]

A class guy and a classy guitarist!

[@flstffatboy3910]

Yes indeed absolutely badass player

[@michaelhayes2794]

Keep it alive it’s way too good to forget

[@adam872]

These tones are actually pretty amazing. It helps that John Herrington is a very, very good player. Love hearing those those classic Dan parts solo'd :-)

[@TheNick279]

I could watch him play guitar like that all day.

[@piperofsimms]

Nice surprise ! Thank you Jon.

[@walshy2116]

Man that tone is like butter 🧈 so nice.

[@johnbuffaloe9160]

This guy is one hell of a player.

[@gregh2322]

The Peg solo is off the charts. Love it!

[@larrymoody3782]

Seen this guy on some SD stuff … I absolutely love him

[@derekhenderson1730]

Saw Dan a couple of nights ago in Glasgow Hydro, Jon is such a lovely player and the whole band are cherry picked as you could imagine. How could you not get the best for such wonderfully written and arranged material, and Jon is real a gent.

[@marilynblakeley7420]

Saw them a couple of nights later at Resorts World Arena Birmingham. Excellent 🙌

[@rennzzos788]

People were listening to jazz wrapped in pop without knowing it. Fagan is truly a genius.

[@wladekwloszcz3803]

what a beautiful soul Mr. Herington is. His music has been with me for over 30 years now.

[@MOSKII58]

love the sound of the Hamer pups....thats one of my fav guitars..

[@localpm]

Just love Jons playing one of the best.

[@KMatteKudasaiC]

It's cool that he's showing the way he plays the solo's now that he's touring with them instead of the originals - you can find those early solo transcriptions anywhere

[@karensteyer677]

Saw John Harrington with the Dan's a few weeks ago. As always it was an awesome show. The one thing that was missing, Walter Becker. Miss you Walter.

[@johngarcia3325]

Yep, watched it twice. Grinned just as hard both times. Thank you.

[@markford6154]

Thank you Jon. Your playing is sublime as is the greatest musical duo as far as I am concerned, Donald Fagen and Walter Becker. The music is so multi-layered and beautifully nuanced. Languid and bittersweet are the harmonies.

[@msmith3407]

What a virtuoso! I've seen him play live with SD probably 2 dozen times at least and he is always on point. He seems to be taking on an even bigger role in the band lately since Walter Becker's unfortunate passing. I hope Fagen and the boys stay comitted to touring regularly and sharing this wonderful music with us. Red Bank NJ in the house baby!

[@the1realanalogman]

Jon is a superb musician and a really great guy! And all of his CD's are outstanding!

[@vanillagorilla8236]

Tasty snipits of the greatest songs ever. This man makes it look easy !

[@scottp4791]

Steely Dan Attract so many GREAT Musicians! This Gentleman and Keith Carlock on Drums just to name a few!

[@Margar02]

Saw the Dukes tour back in 2012. It was great!!

[@jaysutube1000]

Steely Dan is my favorite group. ( love those guitar licks).

[@josephmizzi9895]

Ditto

[@justasimplesomeone]

Jaysen Zaffino mine too

[@LAOMUSICARTS]

I do use iRig for years now and it is really great!

[@paulf717171]

Great video Jon, I first saw " The Dan " while working as security at Atlanta Stadium when they were touring with Chicago in the 70's and have loved their style and great blend of smoothness and rock. They came on stage and threw rubber baseballs into the crowd. I like your stage presence, that as a guitarist, keeps me glued to your style and precision. I hope you are part of the group for a long time.

[@CiaoGibson]

Wonderful John! Thanks

[@davidbassist78]

Show off!!! Friggin amazing guitarist. Love our work

[@pallhe]

What an ace player.

[@michael_caz_nyc]

Such a cool guy and a super-Tasty Guitar player. Love Jon's guitar work. oNe LovE from NYC

[@rubykaufman5361]

Old thread I know, but to watch you play those cool licks through a cheap interface such as this is inspiring. Very nice !

[@Margar02]

Such a nifty and versatile tool to practice with and to have fun! And to even write songs with. Experiment with sounds without switching up your whole rig.

[@heshboppins]

such a great talent. anyone reading this, whenever you can see his live show that he is headlining, you are in for a treat. very entertaining. Thank you very much Jon.... you are a remarkable talent, and gentleman....wow

[@tomzifertomzifer6944]

So cool thank you

[@zenstain]

Unbelievable tone out of an iPhone app. Just amazing, as is your playing.

[@uneedtherapy42]

Steely Dan is genius and here is why... they snuck really complex harmonies and chords into popular music... genius!

[@onlygknows7793]

Level 42 is another example

[@timfarney4770]

I believe it was John who said, in something else I found on the internet when I should have been practicing, “it’s not a jazz gig, but if you didn’t have a good understanding of jazz harmony you’d have a hard time.”

[@deserthawk1]

Great video. I've been a fan of Steely Dan for over 30 years.

[@mp-gt9hf]

superb musician...!!! namaste

[@future4you]

Hey Jon Since High School I've been a fan of the Steely Dan. That must be a super rush gig. Just got the Irig, real amazing stuff. You make me feel real good about that Irig too. Thanks

[@nulife022]

Awesome player

[@Gilyslas]

Hey Jon, you make it look so easy. You're the best of the best!

[@jmgalbo1]

He smiles a lot, if you played guitar like that, you'd be smiling too.

[@Skipperj]

Never heard of this guy,but I like his playing a lot!

[@thelex001]

Stupefying. With Fagen, the heart of the touring Dan band...

[@bruzmob1]

Great guy with a great gig. That little device is cool too.

[@pskemster]

Sounded spot on! Traveling mercies on your travels!

[@WaterfrontConcerts]

Jon, great to meet you at your greek show this summer. Im still amazed at how well you voice your solos. Best, chuck, Lonn...

[@robertbdesmond]

You are a great guitar player and I have enjoyed your playing on SD.

[@jorgechaves8292]

Sensational musician!The greatest!

[@jamestaylor6493]

This guy is simply magic.

[@gergemall]

Fantastic, I bought an Irig pro because of this video and I LOVE IT

[@colinprevost9]

This is an amazing product. You are a prodigy sir, not only your amazing musical talent!

[@rolling1up]

I saw Steely Dan a few years back and my eyes were on Mr.Herington most of the time. Outstanding player. But that is not surprising, you will not see shabby musicians touring with the Dan

[@chaztiz8839]

Makes me want to go listen to the whole record..

[@rockinrob2004]

WOW! That's all I can say. LOVE Steely Dan, LOVE Donald Fagen, Walter's cool as well. However this guy is the "real deal" of players. He's SO lucky to be the guitar MAN for those guys. WHAT A GIG! I'd pay money to do it!

[@TatunkaMani]

Had All the Plastic Albums of the Dan back in Day. Back in the 70's my Friend had them on Reel To Reel and wen learned from Reef to Reef. :-}

[@the1realanalogman]

Jon is wonderful!!!

[@deanc.5984]

Pretty cool. Thank you for posting.

[@rlevitta]

He's one of the best. He can play anything.

[@johnmcgrath8886]

A total Pro!

[@5150pearl]

love it thanks for sharing

[@MusicMotivator]

Great job guys!

[@terrypussypower]

Oh man! I need to practice a lot of those good old jazz chords! That's The Dan all over.

[@musiconlyplease98]

Great find right here.. Big fan!!

[@CFMD28]

Thanks Jon. I'm watching every nuance of "Reelin" and "Black Cow." Saw you in Louisville!

[@johnreynolds8293]

Perfection

[@tonysinatra5128]

This is SICK!!!

[@Cerph]

Amazing talent

[@rockdocpalmcoast4189]

you're one of my favorite guitarist, Jon.

[@cheshire412]

Neat little toy. Jon played on a lot of Steely Dan's really great ones. He learned a lot working with Fagen I bet!.

[@milowagon]

Ah Jon, a man of taste. Hamer.. When I saw you in Scotland ( Glasgow) with Steely Dan, you were playing a 339 I think. I was in the cheap seats at the back. I loved the way you played just enough of the original solos, then you ran with it in your own style. A great player indeed.

[@hughrblackwell]

great respect Jon

[@fireside007]

YOU ~ ROCK ! !

[@biggdogg19]

If this video would’ve been an hour long I would have watched it all.

[@petereyles5583]

Way to go Jon!

[@dondrummond5130]

TY Jon

[@docrose57]

I had the pleasure of taking lessons from Jon 31 years ago. An amazing guitarist!

[@ZIOFAGA24862]

amazing musician!!!!!

[@gangoffour6690]

Real nice man 👍

[@gordeauxd]

Saw him in concert about 12 years ago with Steely Dan. I had low expectations, given how the band had used some of the greatest guitarists as session musicians on their albums. Then the dude did not miss a note for over 2 hours. Exceptional!

[@suprdblhelix7322]

JON , you da man

[@hqco3rdmedbattalionfmfpac953]

Clean , Jon wails 🇺🇸⚓️

[@gergemall]

Hi John . Stay well. Love the irig HD AND WAITING ON MY SPARK .you sound amazing

[@carlosjazzpick]

I was ready for reply at the better guitar arguing, but you already did before and great, Jon Herington is a accomplished player in whose hands even average guitars would sound good, and even more with the help of such amazing tools .

[@JK-wt5cq]

Awesome

[@simonthetford5500]

Great player

[@mikemendillo5584]

Such a cool guy,,, :)

[@thetask1]

Way cool !!!

[@TravisNot]

awesome

[@sbrave]

He is a monster player!

[@faunoram]

how cool is this ! Steely Dan with an iphone !

[@MatthijsGeerts]

His own style, with the solo form ''Peg'' (mixed with the genius solo from Jay Graydon!) a telephone pedalboardxD Amazing!

[@FD4Pickles]

Jon, you were tops last night at Ravinia - Chicago. Great work, man.