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Mike Bloomfield — "East-West" Tone

Extended improvisation: Butterfield Blues Band — hear how the Les Paul into Marshall handles long-form soloing at varying intensity levels. Gear guide to recreate the Mike Bloomfield "East-West" guitar tone at every budget.

About This Tone

From: East-West

Extended improvisation: Butterfield Blues Band — hear how the Les Paul into Marshall handles long-form soloing at varying intensity levels.

Gear to Achieve This Tone

At £500, these are the key pieces that get you into Mike Bloomfield’s east-west territory:

  • Epiphone Les Paul StandardGuitar
  • Ibanez TS9 Tube ScreamerOverdrive
  • Boss Katana 50 MkIIAmp
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