Who Can I Sound Like With a Gibson Les Paul Standard and Neural DSP Quad Cortex?

Gibson Les Paul StandardNeural DSP Quad CortexWah

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 + Neural DSP Quad Cortex + Wah

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

The combination of Gibson Les Paul Standard and Neural DSP Quad Cortex 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.
Neural DSP Quad CortexLoad 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%

A listener familiar with Jimmy Page's recordings would pick up on the similarity here. Key tonal traits include: blues-rooted, dynamic, vintage. The largest overlap comes from the combination of Gibson Les Paul Standard and Neural DSP Quad Cortex. The largest remaining gap is 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.
Neural DSP Quad CortexLoad 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 built their approach around talk-box and singing-lead. The overall character of this setup reflects those same priorities. The foundation of the similarity is the combination of Gibson Les Paul Standard and Neural DSP Quad Cortex. 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.
Neural DSP Quad CortexLoad 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 biggest reason for the match is the combination of Gibson Les Paul Standard and Neural DSP Quad Cortex. Notable tonal fingerprints include: 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.
Neural DSP Quad CortexLoad 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 largest overlap comes from the combination of Gibson Les Paul Standard and Neural DSP Quad Cortex. Key tonal traits include: wall-of-sound, smashing-pumpkins, dense-layering. 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.
Neural DSP Quad CortexLoad 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%

You're already working with the right core ingredients for Jerry Cantrell's sound. The largest overlap comes from the combination of Gibson Les Paul Standard and Neural DSP Quad Cortex. Key tonal traits include: grunge-metal, dark-harmonies, sludge-heavy. 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.
Neural DSP Quad CortexLoad 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 Neural DSP Quad Cortex. 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.
Neural DSP Quad CortexLoad 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%

This rig shares more DNA with Zakk Wylde's sound than it might first appear. The foundation of the similarity is the combination of Gibson Les Paul Standard and Neural DSP Quad Cortex. This rig emphasises: pinch-harmonic, thick-humbucker, aggressive. The easiest upgrade path would be to add 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 rhythmKeep the guitar volume at 10 — the amp handles the gain.
Neural DSP Quad CortexLoad 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 Neural DSP Quad Cortex. Notable tonal fingerprints include: raw, primal, lo-fi. 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 rhythmRoll back the guitar volume to 7-8 for natural amp compression.
Neural DSP Quad CortexLoad 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 biggest reason for the match is the Gibson Les Paul Standard — it covers a lot of Warren Haynes's core character on its own. This rig emphasises: southern-rock, blues-rock, slide. The largest remaining gap is 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.
Neural DSP Quad CortexLoad 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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