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Soul Guitar Tone: 1960s

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

Key Artists

Tone in Context: Soul in the 1960s

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

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