Industry Jun 13, 2026
Mark Knopfler on the sound of Dire Straits' hit
The early ’80s hit featured his iconic National Style O resonator guitar
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MusicRadar
Mark Knopfler discussed the distinctive sound of a Dire Straits classic, highlighting the role of playing with fingers. He noted that this technique contributes to immediacy and soul, keeping the player "absolutely in touch with what’s going on." The guitar used for the early '80s hit was his National Style O resonator.
Originally reported by MusicRadar.