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Muddy Waters — "Mannish Boy" Tone

Electric slide on a semi-hollow into a Fender amp — the Chicago blues electric archetype, every subsequent blues-rock riff descends from this. Gear guide to recreate the Muddy Waters "Mannish Boy" guitar tone at every budget.

About This Tone

From: The Real Folk Blues

Electric slide on a semi-hollow into a Fender amp — the Chicago blues electric archetype, every subsequent blues-rock riff descends from this.

Gear to Achieve This Tone

At £500, these are the key pieces that get you into Muddy Waters’s mannish boy territory:

  • Squier Classic Vibe 60s TelecasterGuitar
  • Boss Katana 50 MkIIAmp
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