
Steve Cropper
Fender Telecaster through a clean Fender amp — Cropper's minimalist Tele playing for Booker T & the MGs and Stax Records defined Memphis soul with perfectly placed single-note stabs.
£500 rig from ~£497
Soul guitar is among the most emotive and richly toned approaches to the instrument. 2 soul guitarists in the ToneStakr library — explore their gear, rigs, and tone at every budget from £200 to £2,500.
2 guitarists · Rig guides from £200 to £2,500
The best Soul guitarists include Steve Cropper, Curtis Mayfield.
Tone Library

Fender Telecaster through a clean Fender amp — Cropper's minimalist Tele playing for Booker T & the MGs and Stax Records defined Memphis soul with perfectly placed single-note stabs.
£500 rig from ~£497

Guitar restrung for left-hand playing in open F# tuning through a clean amp — Mayfield's unique tuning and fingerpicking style created lush, hymn-like chord voicings unlike anything else.
£500 rig from ~£466
Budget Tiers
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Among the most celebrated Soul guitarists are Steve Cropper, Curtis Mayfield. Each brings a distinct approach — explore their full tone and gear guides below.
A functional Soul rig starts from around £200 for the essentials. The £500 tier covers a real tube amp and the right guitar — enough for authentic soul tone. Explore the rigs below to see exactly what each budget gets you.
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