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Chet Atkins — "Tennessee Flat Top Box" Tone

Pure fingerstyle tone definition — the Gretsch and boutique amp combination at its most characteristic. Gear guide to recreate the Chet Atkins "Tennessee Flat Top Box" guitar tone at every budget.

About This Tone

From: Chet Atkins' Workshop

Pure fingerstyle tone definition — the Gretsch and boutique amp combination at its most characteristic.

Gear to Achieve This Tone

At £500, these are the key pieces that get you into Chet Atkins’s tennessee flat top box territory:

  • Fender Blues Junior IVAmp
  • Electro-Harmonix Holy Grail NanoReverb
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