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Joe Bonamassa — "Ball Peen Hammer" Tone

Les Paul into overdriven Marshall at its most aggressive — the upper boundary of his gain structure, heavy pick attack into crunch. Gear guide to recreate the Joe Bonamassa "Ball Peen Hammer" guitar tone at every budget.

About This Tone

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Les Paul into overdriven Marshall at its most aggressive — the upper boundary of his gain structure, heavy pick attack into crunch.

Gear to Achieve This Tone

At £500, these are the key pieces that get you into Joe Bonamassa’s ball peen hammer territory:

  • Epiphone Les Paul StandardGuitar
  • Joyo Vintage OverdriveOverdrive
  • Boss Katana 50 MkIIAmp
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