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Elmore James — "Shake Your Moneymaker" Tone

Chicago electric blues in a dance context — semi-hollow electric, most rhythmically driving entry to his catalogue. Gear guide to recreate the Elmore James "Shake Your Moneymaker" guitar tone at every budget.

About This Tone

From: The Best of Elmore James

Chicago electric blues in a dance context — semi-hollow electric, most rhythmically driving entry to his catalogue.

Gear to Achieve This Tone

At £500, these are the key pieces that get you into Elmore James’s shake your moneymaker territory:

  • Epiphone Casino (tuned open D)Guitar
  • Fender Blues Junior IVAmp
  • Dunlop 928 Brass SlideAccessory
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