Robert Fripp

ProgressiveArt RockExperimental1970s

Robert Fripp

Custom guitars through Frippertronics tape delay loops — Fripp's King Crimson work and solo ambient pieces use unconventional technique, new standard tuning and layered loops for a completely unique sonic identity.

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GuitarLP Std

AmpKatana 50

Epiphone Les Paul Standard — Guitar

GuitarPro-Value LP

Epiphone Les Paul Standard

“set-neck mahogany warmth with singing sustain”

The best-value Les Paul available — set-neck mahogany/maple construction with ProBucker pickups that genuinely rival mid-range Gibsons.

Tone Source

££ Mid-Range$418

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Boss Katana 50 MkII — Amp

AmpPractice & Gigging

Boss Katana 50 MkII

“five-voice amp engine with built-in studio FX”

The benchmark practice and small-venue amp — five amp characters, an onboard effects engine and genuine stage-worthy volume in a 50W combo.

Amplify

£ Budget$189

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Estimated total~£478

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About Robert Fripp's Sound

Custom guitars through Frippertronics tape delay loops — Fripp's King Crimson work and solo ambient pieces use unconventional technique, new standard tuning and layered loops for a completely unique sonic identity.