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Albert King — "Born Under a Bad Sign" Tone

ES-345 into a Fender amp — Albert King's upside-down, pull-bend technique sounds completely different from standard string bending; every note reveals the approach. Gear guide to recreate the Albert King "Born Under a Bad Sign" guitar tone at every budget.

About This Tone

From: Born Under a Bad Sign

ES-345 into a Fender amp — Albert King's upside-down, pull-bend technique sounds completely different from standard string bending; every note reveals the approach.

Gear to Achieve This Tone

At £500, these are the key pieces that get you into Albert King’s born under a bad sign territory:

  • Epiphone ExplorerGuitar
  • Boss Katana 50 MkIIAmp
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