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

Gibson SG StandardBoss Katana 50 MKIIOverdrive

Your closest match is Angus Young at 68/100. 10 artists analysed from the ToneStakr database.

Your closest match: Angus Young (68/100)

Gibson SG Standard + Boss Katana 50 MKII + Overdrive

#1
Angus Young
Angus Young
1970sHard RockBlues-Rock
68Good Match
DSP / Plugin Match
Guitar100%
Amp80%
Effects0%

The tones Angus Young built in the studio share several important qualities with what this rig produces. The largest overlap comes from the combination of Gibson SG Standard and Boss Katana 50 MKII. Key tonal traits include: raw-crunch, amp-driven, mid-forward. To move even closer, consider adding 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 SG StandardPickup: neck pickup with tone rolled back slightlyRoll 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.
OverdriveDrive: 3-5, Tone: 5-6, Level: unity gainUse a Tube Screamer-style overdrive as a clean boost into a slightly driven amp.
#2
Pete Townshend
Pete Townshend
1960sRockHard Rock
68Good Match
DSP / Plugin Match
Guitar100%
Amp80%
Effects0%

Among all possible matches, Pete Townshend stands out because of how closely the tonal priorities align. This rig emphasises: windmill-strumming, power-chords, mid-heavy. The biggest reason for the match is the combination of Gibson SG Standard and Boss Katana 50 MKII. The easiest upgrade path would be to add a MXR M108S 10-Band EQ 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 SG StandardPickup: neck pickup with tone rolled back slightlyRoll 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.
OverdriveDrive: 3-5, Tone: 5-6, Level: unity gainUse a Tube Screamer-style overdrive as a clean boost into a slightly driven amp.
#3
Duane Allman
Duane Allman
1960sBlues-RockSouthern Rock
68Good Match
DSP / Plugin Match
Guitar100%
Amp80%
Effects0%

Duane Allman's sound is strongly represented in this rig. The strongest contributor is the combination of Gibson SG Standard and Boss Katana 50 MKII. Shared sonic characteristics include: slide, open-e, southern-rock. The largest remaining gap is a TC Electronic Hall of Fame 2 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 SG StandardPickup: neck pickup with tone rolled back slightlyRoll back the guitar volume to 7-8 for natural amp compression.
Boss Katana 50 MKIILoad a Fender Deluxe or Tweed model. Push the gain to 6-7The magic is in the amp pushed to the edge — use a Tube Screamer as a boost if available.
OverdriveDrive: 3-5, Tone: 5-6, Level: unity gainUse a Tube Screamer-style overdrive as a clean boost into a slightly driven amp.
#4
Derek Trucks
Derek Trucks
1990sBluesRock
68Good Match
DSP / Plugin Match
Guitar100%
Amp80%
Effects0%

Before you look at specific gear, the feel of this rig already points toward Derek Trucks's territory. Shared sonic characteristics include: slide, open-e, clean-expressive. The strongest contributor is the combination of Gibson SG Standard and Boss Katana 50 MKII. The largest remaining gap is a TC Electronic Hall of Fame 2 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 SG StandardPickup: neck pickup with tone rolled back slightlyRoll back the guitar volume to 7-8 for natural amp compression.
Boss Katana 50 MKIILoad a Fender clean or Vox AC30 model. Keep gain below 4Keep the clean channel sparkling — let the pedals and picking attack add the dynamics.
OverdriveDrive: 3-5, Tone: 5-6, Level: unity gainUse a Tube Screamer-style overdrive as a clean boost into a slightly driven amp.
#5
Tony Iommi
Tony Iommi
1970sMetalHard Rock
68Good Match
DSP / Plugin Match
Guitar100%
Amp80%
Effects0%

Tony Iommi's sound is strongly represented in this rig. The largest overlap comes from the combination of Gibson SG Standard and Boss Katana 50 MKII. Key tonal traits include: dark, doom, heavy-riff. 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 SG StandardPickup: neck pickup with tone rolled back slightlyRoll 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.
OverdriveDrive: 3-5, Tone: 5-6, Level: unity gainUse a Tube Screamer-style overdrive as a clean boost into a slightly driven amp.
#6
Joe Bonamassa
Joe Bonamassa
2000sBlues-RockBlues
67Good Match
DSP / Plugin Match
Guitar75%
Amp80%
Effects36%

You're already working with the right core ingredients for Joe Bonamassa's sound. The closest match comes from the combination of Gibson SG Standard and Boss Katana 50 MKII. Key tonal traits include: blues-rock, vintage-tones, collectors-grade. There are real points of overlap, though some differences remain.

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 SG 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.
OverdriveDrive: 3-5, Tone: 5-6, Level: unity gainUse a Tube Screamer-style overdrive as a clean boost into a slightly driven amp.
#7
Josh Homme
Josh Homme
1990sRockStoner Rock
67Good Match
DSP / Plugin Match
Guitar75%
Amp80%
Effects36%

The foundation is remarkably similar, even where the specific equipment differs from Josh Homme's actual rig. The closest match comes from the combination of Gibson SG Standard and Boss Katana 50 MKII. Notable tonal fingerprints include: qotsa-desert-rock, slinky-heavy, baritone-vibes. To move even closer, consider adding a Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi 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 SG StandardPickup: neck for lead, bridge for rhythmRoll back the guitar volume to 7-8 for natural amp compression.
Boss Katana 50 MKIILoad a Fender Deluxe or Tweed model. Push the gain to 6-7The magic is in the amp pushed to the edge — use a Tube Screamer as a boost if available.
OverdriveDrive: 3-5, Tone: 5-6, Level: unity gainUse a Tube Screamer-style overdrive as a clean boost into a slightly driven amp.
#8
Zakk Wylde
Zakk Wylde
1980sMetalHard Rock
64Good Match
DSP / Plugin Match
Guitar75%
Amp80%
Effects24%

You're already working with the right core ingredients for Zakk Wylde's sound. The strongest contributor is the combination of Gibson SG Standard and Boss Katana 50 MKII. Notable tonal fingerprints include: pinch-harmonic, thick-humbucker, aggressive. There are real points of overlap, though some differences remain.

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 SG 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.
OverdriveDrive: 3-5, Tone: 5-6, Level: unity gainUse a Tube Screamer-style overdrive as a clean boost into a slightly driven amp.
#9
John Sykes
John Sykes
1980sHard RockHeavy Metal
64Good Match
DSP / Plugin Match
Guitar75%
Amp80%
Effects24%

The match with John Sykes's tone is real, even if the rig isn't complete. There are real points of overlap, though some differences remain. The foundation of the similarity is the combination of Gibson SG Standard and Boss Katana 50 MKII. The resulting sound profile highlights: British-hard-rock, warm-lead, legato.

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 SG 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.
OverdriveDrive: 3-5, Tone: 5-6, Level: unity gainUse a Tube Screamer-style overdrive as a clean boost into a slightly driven amp.
#10
Ace Frehley
Ace Frehley
1970sHard RockRock
64Good Match
DSP / Plugin Match
Guitar75%
Amp80%
Effects24%

You're already working with the right core ingredients for Ace Frehley's sound. The foundation of the similarity is the combination of Gibson SG Standard and Boss Katana 50 MKII. This rig emphasises: hard-rock, smoking-lead, arena-rock. There are real points of overlap, though some differences remain.

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 SG 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.
OverdriveDrive: 3-5, Tone: 5-6, Level: unity gainUse a Tube Screamer-style overdrive as a clean boost into a slightly driven amp.

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