Slash's Pedalboard
Slash's tone is the sound of hard rock itself. A Les Paul through a cranked Marshall with a wah pedal — that's the foundation. His pedalboard is relatively simple because his tone comes primarily from his fingers, his guitar, and his amp. The pedals are accents, not the main course.
Signature Sound
Thick, creamy Marshall overdrive with singing sustain. Expressive wah for leads and a warm, woody clean tone.
Famous Songs
Every Pedal on the Board
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“Slash's signature wah — his name is literally on a Dunlop signature model”
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“Shapes his amp tone — the GE-7 is a comparable graphic EQ”
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“Subtle delay for solos — DD-7 is the direct successor”
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“Chorus for clean sections — notably on 'Paradise City' intro”
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“Tightens his clean tone”
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MXR Phase 90
$89
“Uni-Vibe style modulation — Phase 90 captures similar movement”
Total Rig Cost (affordable alternatives)
$654
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Frequently Asked Questions
What pedals does Slash use?
Slash is known for using Dunlop Cry Baby Wah, MXR EQ, Boss DD-3 Delay, Boss CE-5 Chorus, among others. See the full breakdown above with affordable alternatives.
How much does Slash's pedalboard cost to recreate?
Recreating Slash's rig with affordable alternatives costs around $654. The original pedals — especially vintage or signature models — can cost significantly more.
Can I get Slash's tone on a budget?
Yes — each pedal above includes an affordable "Our Pick" alternative that captures the essential character of Slash's sound. Focus on the 2-3 most important pedals first.
What amp does Slash use?
Slash's amp is a crucial part of their tone. While we focus on pedals here, check our signal chain guide for how pedal order affects your amp interaction.