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What guitar does Rick Beato play?

Rick Beato has a Gibson signature Les Paul Special Doublecut and has been seen with a 2003 Les Paul Special, a Pelham Blue Les Paul Standard and a 1965 SG. His studio amps include an Orange Overdrive head, Vox AC10 and AC30, Marshalls and a Mesa Dual Rectifier.

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What guitar does Rick Beato play?

Mostly Gibsons. Premier Guitar showed his 2003 Les Paul Special and 1965 SG, and he named his Pelham Blue Les Paul Standard on camera. Gibson released his signature Les Paul Special Doublecut in 2022.

What amps does Rick Beato have in his studio?

His Rig Rundown showed a 2015 Vox AC10 and an Orange Overdrive head once used by Dean DeLeo. His studio tour added a Vox AC30, Marshall JCM800 and Plexi reissue, a Mesa Dual Rectifier and Fender Deluxe Reverbs.

What picks does Rick Beato use?

Dunlop Max Grip nylon standard picks. He said they are the only ones he can hold onto anymore.

What pedals does Rick Beato use?

For his Premier Guitar Rig Rundown his Pedaltrain Nano held a Keeley Compressor, a JHS Bonsai and a Strymon Volante, powered by a Strymon Zuma.

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Rick Beato is the Atlanta-area producer, session guitarist and YouTube music educator who runs Black Dog Sound Studios. This guide covers the guitars, amps and pedals shown in his Premier Guitar Rig Rundown and his studio tour.

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