John Frusciante's Pedalboard

John FruscianteFunk Rock / Alternative

Frusciante's tone blends funk, punk, and psychedelia. His board features a mix of vintage and modern effects with an emphasis on modulation and dynamic playing.

Famous songs

Under the BridgeSnow (Hey Oh)Californication

Pedals on the Board

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Boss DS-2 Turbo Distortion
distortion

Our Pick

Boss DS-1 Distortion

Boss

$62

★ 4.6

"His signature distortion — DS-1 is the closest match"

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Ibanez WH10 Wah
wah

Our Pick

Dunlop Cry Baby GCB95

Dunlop

$89

★ 4.6

"Unique wah tone — Cry Baby is the standard alternative"

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Boss CE-1 Chorus Ensemble
chorus

Our Pick

Boss CE-5 Chorus Ensemble

Boss

$109

★ 4.6

"Vintage chorus — CE-5 is the modern Boss chorus"

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Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi
fuzz

Our Pick

Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi

Electro-Harmonix

$89

★ 4.6

"Used for heavy, sustaining fuzz tones"

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MXR Micro Amp
overdrive

Our Pick

Electro-Harmonix Soul Food

Electro-Harmonix

$75

★ 4.7

"Clean boost — Soul Food can serve as a transparent boost"

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Total Rig Cost (alternatives)

$424

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Frequently Asked Questions

What pedals does John Frusciante use?

John Frusciante is known for using Boss DS-2 Turbo Distortion, Ibanez WH10 Wah, Boss CE-1 Chorus Ensemble, among others. See the full list above.

How much does John Frusciante's pedalboard cost?

Recreating John Frusciante's rig with affordable alternatives costs around $424. The originals can cost significantly more.

Can I get John Frusciante's tone on a budget?

Yes — each pedal above includes an affordable "Our Pick" alternative that captures the essential character of John Frusciante's sound without the vintage price tag.