Soul Guitar Tone

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

Soul Guitarists

Steve Cropper guitar tone
SoulR&B1960s

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

Curtis Mayfield guitar tone
SoulFunk1960s

Curtis Mayfield

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

Soul Rigs by Budget

£200 Soul Rigs →£500 Soul Rigs →£1,000 Soul Rigs →£2,500 Soul Rigs →

FAQ

Soul Guitar — Common Questions

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.

Related Genres

Explore Similar Styles

Funk →R&B →