Kevin Parker (Tame Impala)'s Pedalboard
Kevin Parker single-handedly records Tame Impala's albums, layering guitars with heavy phasing, reverb, and tape-style effects. His sound bridges 60s psychedelia and modern production, creating dense, swirling sonic landscapes.
Signature Sound
Heavy phaser and flanger modulation, drenched in reverb with a vintage, lo-fi warmth. Drums and guitars processed to sound like they're melting.
Famous Songs
Every Pedal on the Board
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“Kevin Parker's go-to phaser — exact match in our database”
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Boss RV-6 Reverb
$169
“Lush reverb for psychedelic washes”
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“Simple, effective distortion for heavier sections”
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“Tape-style delay repeats that degrade naturally”
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“Fuzzy sustain for the 'Elephant' riff and similar heavy moments”
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“Pulsing tremolo adding movement to clean passages”
Total Rig Cost (affordable alternatives)
$677
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Frequently Asked Questions
What pedals does Kevin Parker (Tame Impala) use?
Kevin Parker (Tame Impala) is known for using Electro-Harmonix Small Stone Phaser, Boss RV-6 Reverb, Boss DS-1 Distortion, Boss DD-7 Delay, among others. See the full breakdown above with affordable alternatives.
How much does Kevin Parker (Tame Impala)'s pedalboard cost to recreate?
Recreating Kevin Parker (Tame Impala)'s rig with affordable alternatives costs around $677. The original pedals — especially vintage or signature models — can cost significantly more.
Can I get Kevin Parker (Tame Impala)'s tone on a budget?
Yes — each pedal above includes an affordable "Our Pick" alternative that captures the essential character of Kevin Parker (Tame Impala)'s sound. Focus on the 2-3 most important pedals first.
What amp does Kevin Parker (Tame Impala) use?
Kevin Parker (Tame Impala)'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.