Sound Like Tosin Abasi
Tosin Abasi stands as one of progressive's most enduring tonal references — layered and compositionally bold by nature and endlessly studied. Custom 8-string Abasi Concepts guitar through a Mesa Boogie — Abasi's Animals as Leaders playing combines aggressive djent-style riffing with percussive thumb tapping and intricate polyrhythmic arrangements. These complete rig guides at four budget levels show exactly what gear it takes to get there.
Budget Comparison
Pick Your Budget Level
£1,000 · Pro-Level
~£996
- GuitarJackson JS22 DKA Dinky
- EQBoss GE-7 Graphic EQ
- AmpBoss Katana 100 MkII
- DelayStrymon Timeline
£2,500 · Premium
~£2495
- GuitarIbanez RG550 Genesis Collection
- EQEmpress ParaEQ
- AmpMarshall DSL40CR
- DelayStrymon Timeline
- ReverbWalrus Audio Fundamental Reverb
Tone Profile
Tosin Abasi's Sound
Custom 8-string Abasi Concepts guitar through a Mesa Boogie — Abasi's Animals as Leaders playing combines aggressive djent-style riffing with percussive thumb tapping and intricate polyrhythmic arrangements.
Tone Match
Closest Real-World Tone Match
If you like Tosin Abasi's tone, these players use a similar approach — same gear philosophy, comparable sound characteristics.