RockAlternative1980s
The Edge
Fender Stratocaster through delays synced to the tempo — The Edge's minimalist, delay-driven parts create shimmering ambient textures from simple melodic ideas. No note wasted.
£500 rig from ~£547
Post-Punk Guitar Tone
Post-Punk guitar is among the most angular and atmospheric approaches to the instrument. 4 post-punk guitarists in the ToneStakr library — explore their gear, rigs, and tone at every budget from £200 to £2,500.
4 guitarists · Rig guides from £200 to £2,500
The best Post-Punk guitarists include The Edge, Johnny Marr, Robert Smith, Alex Turner.
Tone Library
Post-Punk Guitarists
IndiePost-Punk1980s
Johnny Marr
Rickenbacker and Fender guitars through clean amps with chorus-drenched jangly brightness — Marr's interlocking guitar parts defined the sound of British indie. Melody over muscle.
£500 rig from ~£498
Gothic RockPost-Punk1980s
Robert Smith
Schecter guitar through Roland chorus-soaked Fender tones — Smith's melancholic, shimmer-drenched guitar uses heavy chorus and delay for a cavernous, romantic atmospheric sound.
£500 rig from ~£498
Indie RockAlternative2000s
Alex Turner
Rickenbacker 330 and Fender Jazzmaster through Vox AC30 — Turner's Arctic Monkeys guitar tone evolved from angular Sheffield garage rock to sophisticated psych-lounge, with the AC30's chime and natural compression at the heart of every era.
£500 rig from ~£498
Budget Tiers
Post-Punk Rigs by Budget
FAQ
Post-Punk Guitar — Common Questions
Among the most celebrated Post-Punk guitarists are The Edge, Johnny Marr, Robert Smith, Alex Turner. Each brings a distinct approach — explore their full tone and gear guides below.
A functional Post-Punk rig starts from around £200 for the essentials. The £500 tier covers a real tube amp and the right guitar — enough for authentic post-punk tone. Explore the rigs below to see exactly what each budget gets you.
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