Who Can I Sound Like With a Gibson Les Paul Standard and Boss Katana 50 MKII?

Gibson Les Paul StandardBoss Katana 50 MKIIWah

Your closest match is Slash at 77/100. 10 artists analysed from the ToneStakr database.

Your closest match: Slash (77/100)

Gibson Les Paul Standard + Boss Katana 50 MKII + Wah

#1
Slash
Slash
1980sHard RockRock
77Strong Match
DSP / Plugin Match
Guitar100%
Amp80%
Effects36%

The combination of Gibson Les Paul Standard and Boss Katana 50 MKII gets you surprisingly close to Slash's sonic territory. Shared sonic characteristics include: les-paul-driven, marshall-crunch, bluesy-hard-rock. To move even closer, consider adding a Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer to close the remaining gap.

DSP / Plugin Match: This match is best achieved through your modeller or amp simulation software. Load the appropriate amp model and cabinet IR to dial in the character.

Recommended Settings

Gibson Les Paul StandardPickup: neck for lead, bridge for rhythmRoll back the guitar volume to 7-8 for natural amp compression.
Boss Katana 50 MKIILoad a Marshall Plexi or JCM800 model. Gain: 5-7British crunch lives in the mids — keep them up around 6-7.
WahEngage slowly — move the pedal expressively, not as a filterPlace the wah before fuzz/overdrive in the chain for a more nasal, vocal filter effect.
#2
Jimmy Page
Jimmy Page
1960sRockHard Rock
77Strong Match
DSP / Plugin Match
Guitar100%
Amp80%
Effects36%

Before you look at specific gear, the feel of this rig already points toward Jimmy Page's territory. Notable tonal fingerprints include: blues-rooted, dynamic, vintage. The largest overlap comes from the combination of Gibson Les Paul Standard and Boss Katana 50 MKII. The easiest upgrade path would be to add a TC Electronic Spark Booster to close the remaining gap.

DSP / Plugin Match: This match is best achieved through your modeller or amp simulation software. Load the appropriate amp model and cabinet IR to dial in the character.

Recommended Settings

Gibson Les Paul StandardPickup: neck for lead, bridge for rhythmRoll back the guitar volume to 7-8 for natural amp compression.
Boss Katana 50 MKIILoad a Marshall Plexi or JCM800 model. Gain: 5-7British crunch lives in the mids — keep them up around 6-7.
WahEngage slowly — move the pedal expressively, not as a filterPlace the wah before fuzz/overdrive in the chain for a more nasal, vocal filter effect.
#3
Peter Frampton
Peter Frampton
1970sRockPop Rock
77Strong Match
DSP / Plugin Match
Guitar100%
Amp80%
Effects36%

Peter Frampton's sound is strongly represented in this rig. The largest overlap comes from the combination of Gibson Les Paul Standard and Boss Katana 50 MKII. Shared sonic characteristics include: talk-box, singing-lead, melodic. To move even closer, consider adding a Ibanez TS9 Tube Screamer to close the remaining gap.

DSP / Plugin Match: This match is best achieved through your modeller or amp simulation software. Load the appropriate amp model and cabinet IR to dial in the character.

Recommended Settings

Gibson Les Paul StandardPickup: neck for lead, bridge for rhythmRoll back the guitar volume to 7-8 for natural amp compression.
Boss Katana 50 MKIILoad a Marshall Plexi or JCM800 model. Gain: 5-7British crunch lives in the mids — keep them up around 6-7.
WahEngage slowly — move the pedal expressively, not as a filterPlace the wah before fuzz/overdrive in the chain for a more nasal, vocal filter effect.
#4
Joe Perry
Joe Perry
1970sHard RockRock
77Strong Match
DSP / Plugin Match
Guitar100%
Amp80%
Effects36%

While not an exact recreation, this rig lands firmly in Joe Perry's tonal neighbourhood. Several of the key ingredients are already in place. The standout component is the combination of Gibson Les Paul Standard and Boss Katana 50 MKII. The resulting sound profile highlights: classic-rock, les-paul-driven, blues-rooted.

DSP / Plugin Match: This match is best achieved through your modeller or amp simulation software. Load the appropriate amp model and cabinet IR to dial in the character.

Recommended Settings

Gibson Les Paul StandardPickup: neck for lead, bridge for rhythmRoll back the guitar volume to 7-8 for natural amp compression.
Boss Katana 50 MKIILoad a Marshall Plexi or JCM800 model. Gain: 5-7British crunch lives in the mids — keep them up around 6-7.
WahEngage slowly — move the pedal expressively, not as a filterPlace the wah before fuzz/overdrive in the chain for a more nasal, vocal filter effect.
#5
Billy Corgan
Billy Corgan
1990sAlternativeGrunge
77Strong Match
DSP / Plugin Match
Guitar100%
Amp80%
Effects36%

The tones Billy Corgan built in the studio share several important qualities with what this rig produces. The foundation of the similarity is the combination of Gibson Les Paul Standard and Boss Katana 50 MKII. Key tonal traits include: wall-of-sound, smashing-pumpkins, dense-layering. To move even closer, consider adding a ProCo RAT2 to close the remaining gap.

DSP / Plugin Match: This match is best achieved through your modeller or amp simulation software. Load the appropriate amp model and cabinet IR to dial in the character.

Recommended Settings

Gibson Les Paul StandardPickup: neck for lead, bridge for rhythmKeep the guitar volume at 10 — the amp handles the gain.
Boss Katana 50 MKIILoad a high-gain model (Mesa Rectifier or 5150 style). Gain: 7-8A noise gate helps keep the high-gain chain clean during pauses.
WahEngage slowly — move the pedal expressively, not as a filterPlace the wah before fuzz/overdrive in the chain for a more nasal, vocal filter effect.
#6
Jerry Cantrell
Jerry Cantrell
1990sGrungeMetal
77Strong Match
DSP / Plugin Match
Guitar100%
Amp80%
Effects36%

The largest overlap comes from the Gibson Les Paul Standard — it covers a lot of Jerry Cantrell's core character on its own. Key tonal traits include: grunge-metal, dark-harmonies, sludge-heavy. The easiest upgrade path would be to add a ProCo RAT2 to close the remaining gap.

DSP / Plugin Match: This match is best achieved through your modeller or amp simulation software. Load the appropriate amp model and cabinet IR to dial in the character.

Recommended Settings

Gibson Les Paul StandardPickup: neck for lead, bridge for rhythmKeep the guitar volume at 10 — the amp handles the gain.
Boss Katana 50 MKIILoad a high-gain model (Mesa Rectifier or 5150 style). Gain: 7-8A noise gate helps keep the high-gain chain clean during pauses.
WahEngage slowly — move the pedal expressively, not as a filterPlace the wah before fuzz/overdrive in the chain for a more nasal, vocal filter effect.
#7
Dave Navarro
Dave Navarro
1990sAlternativeRock
77Strong Match
DSP / Plugin Match
Guitar100%
Amp80%
Effects36%

Dave Navarro built their approach around gothic-atmosphere and cinematic. The overall character of this setup reflects those same priorities. The standout component is the combination of Gibson Les Paul Standard and Boss Katana 50 MKII. The easiest upgrade path would be to add a ProCo RAT2 to close the remaining gap.

DSP / Plugin Match: This match is best achieved through your modeller or amp simulation software. Load the appropriate amp model and cabinet IR to dial in the character.

Recommended Settings

Gibson Les Paul StandardPickup: neck for lead, bridge for rhythmRoll back the guitar volume to 7-8 for natural amp compression.
Boss Katana 50 MKIILoad a Marshall Plexi or JCM800 model. Gain: 5-7British crunch lives in the mids — keep them up around 6-7.
WahEngage slowly — move the pedal expressively, not as a filterPlace the wah before fuzz/overdrive in the chain for a more nasal, vocal filter effect.
#8
Zakk Wylde
Zakk Wylde
1980sMetalHard Rock
74Strong Match
DSP / Plugin Match
Guitar100%
Amp80%
Effects24%

Dialled in correctly, this setup would make a lot of players think of Zakk Wylde. The foundation of the similarity is the combination of Gibson Les Paul Standard and Boss Katana 50 MKII. Shared sonic characteristics include: pinch-harmonic, thick-humbucker, aggressive. Several important elements align — the overall character is recognisably close.

DSP / Plugin Match: This match is best achieved through your modeller or amp simulation software. Load the appropriate amp model and cabinet IR to dial in the character.

Recommended Settings

Gibson Les Paul StandardPickup: neck for lead, bridge for rhythmKeep the guitar volume at 10 — the amp handles the gain.
Boss Katana 50 MKIILoad a high-gain model (Mesa Rectifier or 5150 style). Gain: 7-8A noise gate helps keep the high-gain chain clean during pauses.
WahEngage slowly — move the pedal expressively, not as a filterPlace the wah before fuzz/overdrive in the chain for a more nasal, vocal filter effect.
#9
Jack White
Jack White
2000sBlues-RockAlternative
70Strong Match
DSP / Plugin Match
Guitar100%
Amp80%
Effects8%

The tones Jack White built in the studio share several important qualities with what this rig produces. The closest match comes from the combination of Gibson Les Paul Standard and Boss Katana 50 MKII. The resulting sound profile highlights: raw, primal, lo-fi. The easiest upgrade path would be to add a ProCo RAT2 to close the remaining gap.

DSP / Plugin Match: This match is best achieved through your modeller or amp simulation software. Load the appropriate amp model and cabinet IR to dial in the character.

Recommended Settings

Gibson Les Paul StandardPickup: neck for lead, bridge for rhythmRoll back the guitar volume to 7-8 for natural amp compression.
Boss Katana 50 MKIILoad a Marshall Plexi or JCM800 model. Gain: 5-7British crunch lives in the mids — keep them up around 6-7.
WahEngage slowly — move the pedal expressively, not as a filterPlace the wah before fuzz/overdrive in the chain for a more nasal, vocal filter effect.
#10
Warren Haynes
Warren Haynes
1990sBlues-RockRock
70Strong Match
DSP / Plugin Match
Guitar100%
Amp80%
Effects8%

The match with Warren Haynes's tone is real, even if the rig isn't complete. Several important elements align — the overall character is recognisably close. The foundation of the similarity is the combination of Gibson Les Paul Standard and Boss Katana 50 MKII. This rig emphasises: southern-rock, blues-rock, slide.

DSP / Plugin Match: This match is best achieved through your modeller or amp simulation software. Load the appropriate amp model and cabinet IR to dial in the character.

Recommended Settings

Gibson Les Paul StandardPickup: neck for lead, bridge for rhythmRoll back the guitar volume to 7-8 for natural amp compression.
Boss Katana 50 MKIILoad a Marshall Plexi or JCM800 model. Gain: 5-7British crunch lives in the mids — keep them up around 6-7.
WahEngage slowly — move the pedal expressively, not as a filterPlace the wah before fuzz/overdrive in the chain for a more nasal, vocal filter effect.

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