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Mike Bloomfield — "The Work Song" Tone

Mid-tempo blues: the Les Paul neck pickup tone in a more restrained context, pick attack dynamics most audible here. Gear guide to recreate the Mike Bloomfield "The Work Song" guitar tone at every budget.

About This Tone

From: Super Session

Mid-tempo blues: the Les Paul neck pickup tone in a more restrained context, pick attack dynamics most audible here.

Gear to Achieve This Tone

At £500, these are the key pieces that get you into Mike Bloomfield’s the work song territory:

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