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Funk Guitar Tone: 1960s

The defining funk guitar tones of the 1960s. Gear breakdowns, key artists (Steve Cropper, Curtis Mayfield, Grant Green), and how to recreate each sound.

Key Artists

Tone in Context: Funk in the 1960s

The 1960s defined a generation of funk guitar tone. Explore each artist above for detailed gear breakdowns, signal chains, and budget-matched rig guides.

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