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Kurt Cobain — "Come as You Are" Tone

Clean Jaguar intro into the fuzz — the cleaner side of the Nevermind sound, chorus effect clearly audible. Gear guide to recreate the Kurt Cobain "Come as You Are" guitar tone at every budget.

About This Tone

From: Nevermind

Clean Jaguar intro into the fuzz — the cleaner side of the Nevermind sound, chorus effect clearly audible.

Gear to Achieve This Tone

At £500, these are the key pieces that get you into Kurt Cobain’s come as you are territory:

  • Squier Affinity Series StratocasterGuitar
  • Boss Katana 50 MkIIAmp
  • Boss DS-2 Turbo DistortionDistortion
  • Electro-Harmonix Small CloneChorus
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