Song Rigs
Josh Homme — Gear by Song
How Josh Homme's rig changed track to track — specific amp settings, key gear, and what you need to replicate each tone.
No One Knows
Songs for the Deaf · 2002
Songs for the Deaf was recorded with Homme's "Desert Session" approach — loud, distorted guitars through vintage Fender …
Fender Telecaster Custom (1972)Fender Dual Showman Reverb (cranked)
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Songs for the Deaf · 2002
Go with the Flow is the most accessible QOTSA track and a perfect example of Homme's approach to heavy-but-groovy guitar…
Fender Telecaster CustomFender Dual Showman Reverb
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Rated R · 2000
Rated R was the album where Homme fully crystallised the desert rock aesthetic — less frantic than the Kyuss-influenced …
Fender Telecaster CustomVox AC30 (primary on Rated R)
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