Joe Bonamassa Tone Masterclass: Advice For Guitarists & Les Paul Tone Tips
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- Опубликовано: 28 май 2024
- Joe Bonamassa delivers a masterclass in dialling in the perfect Gibson Les Paul tone using the volume and tone pots, collecting gear, and unlocking new sounds on your old guitar.
▶ Guitars used in this video:
Dinesh is playing a Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul: bit.ly/3RKGyZO
Joe is playing a Gibson Murphy Lab Les Paul: bit.ly/3ZGCM5j
▶ Amps used:
Both Joe and Dinesh are playing a MESA/Boogie Fillmore 50 amplifier: bit.ly/3PN6L7s
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How does Joe Bonamassa get his incredible Gibson Les Paul tone? Are you curious about Joe Bonamassa’s guitar settings? This is the video for you. In this brand-new interview on the Gibson Gear Channel, the modern-day blues-rock master sits down with Dinesh and demonstrates how he dials in his guitar settings depending on the sound of the room, sharing invaluable Les Paul tone tips that will transform your sound. Watch as Joe shows us how to use the Les Paul tone controls to unlock more sounds.
Learn how to use your guitar’s onboard controls for the best rhythm guitar and solo tones, as Bonamassa demonstrates how the interactivity of the pots and pickups in the middle position allows you to create an expressive palette of sounds that you might not realize your Les Paul is capable of. And the masterclass doesn’t end there - in addition to tone tips, we also get an exclusive Joe Bonamassa guitar lesson as he shows us how to break out of the pentatonic blues box and use different parts of the fretboard as ‘launching spots’ for a solo.
As if that wasn’t enough, you’ll also hear Bonamassa reveal how not warming up for gigs has improved his phrasing, his thoughts on the art of playing live with other musicians, and how understanding EQ and using your guitar’s volume control are of paramount importance. In addition, Joe offers advice for battling self-doubt and getting out of a guitar-playing rut, discusses the best gig he’s ever played, and shares some wise words from B.B. King that still resonate many years later.
We hope you enjoy watching this as much as we enjoyed filming it!
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Timestamps:
0:00 Opening Jam with Joe talking gear and choosing your equipment
17:10 Joe Bonamassa's tone tips and why you need to understand EQ
24:29 Joe Bonamassa's lesson on how to use Gibson Les Paul tone controls using volume and tone pots
28:57 Reacting to the sound of the room and breaking through self-doubt
32:57 Joe Bonamassa doesn’t warm up anymore
40:40 Live shows and learning from co-musicians
43:58 Joe Bonamassa Blues guitar lesson
48:46 Guitar playing is not that serious
54:50 Playing out
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▶ Guitars used in this video:
Dinesh is playing a Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul: bit.ly/3RKGyZO
Joe is playing a Gibson Murphy Lab Les Paul: bit.ly/3ZGCM5j
▶ Amps used:
Both Joe and Dinesh are playing a MESA/Boogie Fillmore 50 amplifier: bit.ly/3PN6L7s
International Customers- Please contact your local or preferred dealer for all shipping inquires.
Thanks for telling us. So, no pedals at all?
Could you imagine getting to just hold dream guitars like those in your hands . WOW !!!!! I can't even begin to imagine that , what that would be like.
Joe is 100% in touch with his fans that go to see his shows. I drove 5hrs each way, spent funds on fuel, hotel, food and misc stuff at the venue. All to see him play for 2hrs at the Hollywood bowl. Wasn't cheap at all, but the experience of the show was worth everything I put into it to be there. Thanks Joe for recognizing what fans are going through to see a show these days!
where tf do you live you couldn’t see him closer to where you are
@@laithhart4013 I seen him earlier in the week in my home city.... but the Hollywood bowl show was special if you are a Joe fan.
When I taught my Son his first chords when he would get frustrated to keep him interested I told him there’s no wrong way to play the guitar.The pupil is now the teacher.He dusts me on guitar now. I’m proud he never gave up and kept moving forward.I turned him onto you Joe and he thanked me for doing so.Your one of his favorite guitarists now.
Quality parenting right there!
Hope you don’t mind if I borrow what you said about, “ there is no wrong way to play the guitar “. word
Thats what today kids need they only listen to hip hop 💩
I would argue that the wrong way to play the guitar is the way that injures you. I've seen too many people push harder than they need to on the fretboard, including myself at one point. It also makes chords sound out of tune. Carpal tunnel is no joke.
I wish I had never stopped playing guitar because I would be 60yrs ahead of where I am now. But life took me away from guitar I'm 71 now and I'm enjoying practicing with younger pears. And looking forwards to gigging not for money but for enjoyment. I envy people like BB Eric and all those other that carried on players I am enjoying it which is what it's all about.
Joe is right on the money with his career, doing business and performance his own way and playing better than ever. He’s so open shares what he’s learned. I totally respect him as a man and artist.
I'm a huge fan of Joe without being that big a fan of his music. He's a great player and I love listening to him jam own his own but not really into songs but I Love listening to him talk gear and tone . I even have a Gibson Bonamassa Gold top .
The Blues/Rock music world is supremely enhanced with Joe in it
Absolutely 💯
I can watch 100 of Joe B’s interviews and I learn something new in every one of them. Masterclass!🙌🏼
I love how honest and grounded Joe is
I feel like uncle Joe just sat us down to give us the “tone talk” that we really needed to hear😂 thanks Tio Joe!
Joe is just a good down to earth dude!! He gets it on so many levels!! Great human👍👍
Joe has phrasing, vocabulary, and most of all even timing. His sense of timing stands out to me.
In March I was blessed to Embark on the Norwegian Pear for the Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea Cruise. From Miami to Porta Plata, in Dominican, Republic, and back. So many bands, great bands in one venue. The last night on the boat I was late for Joe’s last performance and the security guard saw I was walking with a cane… I got the seat right up front. I couldn’t polish Joe’s shoes. That was a bucket list trip for a guitar player.
I'm so jealous Greg, that might count towards 2 things on my bucket list. That had to be awesome.
My wife and I also on the Pearl this March for his KTBA cruise. Toataly awsome. Joe was fantastic even though stuggling with a cold. And what a great line up of other musicians he had. Can't wait to go on the next JB KTBA cruise.
I’m hoping you continue to provide that 2 to 21/2 hours of escape! I’m captivated watching Joe have fun playing from the great collection he has!!!
Great appreciation for Joe , singer, songwriter and his “ instrument “ of choice!!!!
Keep the Joy of the blues/Rock coming !!! I’ll be there! Feeds /inspires my soul !
100%!!! I can understand where he’s coming from about not wanting to get to the point (and age) of not giving the same caliber of shows that he’s known for. BUT!, I argue that for those of us that were born too late to see B.B. King in his prime were VERY thankful to have the chance to see him when he was in his 70’s and 80’s. Granted, I didn’t go to see B.B., but I had the chance to, even though he wasn’t in his prime. I hope that Joe comes to that realization that even if his shows end up being him sitting on a chair for the whole show, in a sweatshirt and jeans and sneakers on, while still playing the incredible instruments he has and the incredible talent he has, it will still be worth it! Because, the message he projects with what he does is VERY important in this day and age. He is a link to the past for MANY young musicians to learn and love the roots of the music we love and live for.
P.S. Apologies for the ‘rant’!haha
Don't worry about the old gear. My 2013 SG standard is just as much a joy as my 1961 Les Paul.
Easy to say for a man with a 61 Les Paul ! (I kid, I kid!)
Saw JB in concert this year. He played and sounded better than anyone I ever saw, and I’ve seen A LOT. The man has taken giant strides the last few years and is now in a league of his own. Such an inspiration!
He leaves everything on that stage! Such a great showman.
T⁰⁰L sounds the best live.
I saw him about 4 years ago at a small theater , we had 10th row floor seats right in the center. Incredible show , watching him play guitar was amazing. He must have played about 6-8 different guitars and sometimes switched during songs without missing a beat , easily one of the greatest out there and I say that as someone who saw Page , EVH and SRV live. The latter several times , he's up there with the best of them IMO!!!
I've seen him three times and he never disappoints. He'll give you everything he's got. ❤️🎸🎵
@@diezelvh4133 I think Maiden does , they're tighter than any band I've ever seen and I think they sound better now than in the 80's. I've seen them several times during that decade and the last time was 2019 , Bruce's voice is stronger than ever. Tool definitely sounds good live , but there's very few bands where their live shows sound just like their albums and Maiden is definitely one of those IMO!!!
I love hearing JB talk gear. It’s like a little kid telling you about what he wants for Christmas
The best takeaway I have
Get an EQ and learn how each frequency impacts your tone
A good lesson to come away with!
A 31 band at that! Or at LEAST a MXR 10 band pedal, and just sit in a chair with it on your desk playing and adjusting the slides!
The nicest guy in rock and blues, a natural, knowledgable player who's absorbed so much history to evolve his own style. Saw Joe very close up in a tiny club in Crewe (now gone), two nights running in Blackpool then Birmingham, and small hall in Llandudno 10-15 years ago. Have most of his vinyls and am looking forward to Blues Deluxe II. This was a great and interesting watch. Thanks for the invaluable tips Joe.
Agreed 💯 👍
Joe's interviews are always an interesting view into the mind of a great professional.
He is the Best guitar player in this moment...
He's in his prime.
The institutional knowledge of the industry and touring and gear is just invaluable. I could listen to Joe talk about life and music for another 3 hours.
I really like how Joe doesn’t fly past a point with just a comment. He fully explains his thinking about the topic and yet without over explaining.
LOL, these guys are SO young :-) I got my first guitar in 1964. Nobody even knew what a Les Paul was at that time. We saw Keith Richards play one on the Sullivan show with a Gibson fuzz pedal. Both were completely alien to us.
Joe is a different breed of player who is so humble and caring as a player. I think of his collaboration with Epiphone and every signature guitar with Epiphone is not only affordable, it plays great. Joe is a legend!
He’s bang on with everything he does is Joe, and that’s because he’s DONE HIS HOMEWORK Right from being a kid, he’s now carrying that torch, for Authentic Blues and Americana in general come to think of it . 🌞⭐️
👏 👏
Thanks Joe! I'm in my 70's. When I started playing guitar in rural Illinois in the early 60's I had to go pay in advance just to order a blues record. I finally got to see BB King in 1969. Still one of the most exciting shows in my lifetime for the blues. I know I'll never get to own the Les Paul of choice, but for the price I'd probably sound just as good on a squire, yuk yuk. I had the distinct pleasure of seeing you at Red Rocks. Colorado became my home in the early 70's. Not looking to become famous Ive been married 54 years to my high school sweetheart and raised my children in Colorado. I played every winter 5 nights a week at the Ski Resorts. I was blessed clear into the 90's when the DJ craze took over. But that's ok because by then I had been playing live since I was 13. Because of the have to play top 40 in those clubs sneaking in 1 blues tune a night was what my heart lived for. Still I can't complain I was making money playing my guitar. I know you get it! God bless you and your band for keeping the blues alive. Take care, & hopefully I'll get to see you at RR again. The place all Colorado musicians have on their bucket list to play. Be happy, you've blessed all of us with your honesty & integrity to the world of The Blues. J.D.
I would be sweating just playing rhythm underneath those joyous tones of Joe’s…..he is a true ambassador of the guitar and we need that. We love that! Very fun personality
Joe is the man!!! Thanks for being you JOE… long live JB!!!
Dear Mr Bonamassa - thank you for being as much of a geek as I am. It's a pleasure to listen to you talk about sound. Over the last 9 years I've done over 100 gigs and so much of your experience is relatable. Especially that one great gig that stands out. It was 4 years ago (and I still have the horn). Thank the gods that I'm not always as good as I can be. It makes me strive.
Joe knows live like nobody else. This was a great discussion!
I’ve always liked Joe. He’s accomplished so much in his career but is as humble as the day is long.
I really enjoyed the video thank you.
But one thing I think Joe is wrong, he might say that he’s not important, and that’s very humble and admirable, but I really feel that he loves every bit of it and that is so to speak his life purpose, playing that guitar thing ‘till the neighbors bang on the door. I love Joe’s passion. He’s one of the greats.
He is a guitar addict… Thank God!
I don't care if it's Joe making a grilled cheese, I'll watch it because I'll learn something about guitar history in that 5 mins that I didn't know before. An entire hour of Joe talking about tone??? SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY!!!! all seriousness though, this was awesome! I've already seen this once, and I'll have to watch it at least one more time to catch all the things. The subtle mastery of the instrument and how he shares it is always beneficial. Thanks Joe, thanks Gibson....also for what it's worth, my sons name is Gibson...he's 5 and he wants to bang on drums but he'll grow out of that!!!
Thanks for taking the time guys! Most of us are never going to play well...much less in theaters and stadiums. Nice to hear inside info and personal tidbits.
This gentleman is no joke…… he one of the greatest blues musician ever
All of Joe's shows are an event. I've been to three and have tickets for number four. He simply never disappoints ❤️🎸🎵
I just can't comprehend why people hate his take on stuff, his music might not be for everyone, but he's so objectively right about everything he says it's insane.
I have such respect for Joe Bonamassa as a professional! His concern for his audience is admirable!
I love the attitude I don't play huge shows very often, but I always try to give the same respect and performance for 10 people as I do for 10,000 people
When you jam like that, unscripted, you are still amazing Joe. I appreciate how hard you've worked, how hard you still work, and that you are clean and sober. A person who truly is someone I would want my child to strive to be like. The icing on the cake is your music. Out of all the guitarists in the world, you are the one I wish I could play and sound like. Thanks for all of that.
Joe is an inspiring man.
As far as gear, i have never liked having a lot of pedals and amps. I liked my LPjr with my 80s jcm800 then traded the jcm for a tweed deluxe and a boss blues driver and that was my tone. I played Skynyrd and ZZ Top and GnR then i got a equalizer pedal and added a strat and was jamming SRV. Thats all i needed and i was totally satisfied.
Humility and mastery ...is a rare combination ...he is imbued of both in abundance .The sun has never failed to rise and shine after many great talents like Joe have retired from the scene ...and until a new talents take their places , it just does not feel as warm.
I'm not a huge blues fan but I love listening to Joe talk guitars and tones. He seems a great guy, humble and knowledgeable. More of him on Gibson TV please.
We'll see what we can do :) Thanks for watching!
Joe is simply a superb human being.
Love this interview. Joe Bonamassa is fantastic. I love his enthusiasm and his down to earth nature. It's as if he is playing for all of us who never escaped the bedroom guitarist stage or the weekend warrior. He is one of is just with a healthier collection of gear.
His enthusiasm for guitar really is infectious!
Damn this guy can play
Joe is great guitar player and very insightful.
I really appreciate Joes rare brand of wit and humor.
Also I like his intelligence.
Thanks for this excellent content.
Great job.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you Joe!! I'm in the middle of all this improvisational second-guessing and disconnect and listening to YOU saying "you have to step back, calm down, listen, and be in the moment" is really a great encouragement to get out of the rut! And yes, the Red Rocks show and record are absolutely outstanding. But then again, Blues Deluxe vol. 2 is too!
Listen to the man. He's a genius ❤️🎸🎵
The man is humble and an absolute pheonom. One of the best ever in my opinion.
Joe is on top of his game right now! Saw him at the Blues on Grand back in the day. Saw him again last winter..Love this guy and his love of the music ! Keep on rocking Joe !!
Joe is the coolest , smartest , guitar player around...
There are others of course...
But always terrific to see and hear his opinions and listen to him play a Gibson...
Wonderful memorial statement about doing it for BB King and keeping the blues alive. Bravo Joe. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
A nice touch!
Thank you Joe!! You are not only a world class guitarist but also a real good person. Love you man❤🎸
I like listening to Joe talk, he's right he gives me an Escape from reality.
Oh JESUS!!! JUST WHEN I THOUGHT I COULDNT LOVE HIM ANYMORE.....HE DOES THIS❤😮❤
❤️ ❤️
Amazing player. Seems like a great guy.
Thanks Gibson and Joe B i learn so much from his advice, i even had my Lazarus set up by David Neely top wrap and all. My epiphone Bonomassa Goldtop , My Lazarus greeny ,and my1962 Bonamassa ES 335 feel great and play so well, thanks David for set ups and Joe for putting out vintage guitars people can afford.
Love me some Joe Bonamassa! Dude flat-ass rocks!
Man that turned into the deepest interview ever!
I love both you guys
Thanks for watching!
Best guitar equipment geek episode EVER!! Thank you!! And thanks Jo-Bo... if u haven't seen him live, you owe it to yourself. Awesome show, no BS
Joe is such a chill and kind and super talented guy! An American treasure for sure.
Absolutely. Thanks for watching.
Love that Joe is just a regular dude who nerds out on music!!
Everything that is worthwhile to know for a player in under 60 minutes. Great content. Thanks
Glad it was helpful!
Really enjoyed this, great interview and insights.
❤️ ❤️
Joe is right about amps and having to commit to one. I’m on that journey now. Thank god for RUclips. It takes out a lot of the “leg work”. Then after you decide on 1 or 2 you can go try them. But to own 2 or 3 nice tube amps is a BIG commitment.
You might like our video next week based on this comment...;) stay tuned!
@@gibson thank you. I’ll be looking out for it.
Man, this man inspires nothing other than absolute respect. What a great person, so many music yes... But also deep life lessons.
Thank God for people like Joe. What a cool and humble guy. Thanks Gibson for another great interview🙏
Our pleasure!
I was planning to get to Joe's concert in Moscow in may 2020. I bought a super expensive ticket in VIP lounge just to be closer to the stage and to be able to see what's going on there in details. I bought a two-way plane ticket. I even ordered some merch from Joe's site. All that was done three months in advance. And the dream was ruined by coronavirus pandemia. What a huge disappointment i was feeling when I found that the show was cancelled. Perhaps that was the only opportunity in my life to watch one of my favourite artists live😢
Make it a point to see him in person. It will be worth all your initial disappointment. ❤️🎸🎵
Brilhant! I love Bonamassa content. The passion on hist talking about tone and gear is amazing. Gonna save this video for a lazy Saturday watching while siping some beers. Thank you, guys. Keep' em coming.
Great interview. Thank you!
Maestro Joe is so nice ♥
19:00. Having run sound for 30 years I can tell you that this is great advice. Learn your frequencies. It'll help not only with tone on your instrument but overall orchestration and arranging in your band and rehearsals and live gigs when you're dialing in the room.
What a GREAT informative interview ! It is really neat to see & hear Joe's passion and his absolute comfort & willingness ot share useful information for us. BRAVO to both the interviewer and Joe for this one !
Thank you Joe for being such a world class guitarist and song writer and great man. 👍
Joe is a so humble and appreciative of his fans. It is absolutely true for that 2hrs 15mins you get transported. Its unlike any concerts ive ever been to. Love ya Joe!❤🦁
Great video, thanks! enjoyed this
The best interview with lots of great advice on gear and music!! Thanks guys, this was super enjoyable to listen to.
Loved it so good to have a chilled chat and enjoy it.
This is one of the better interviews...thank you
Wow! Loved this video!
Loved this!
Thank you for the Masterclass with Joe!!! Great discussion and very insightful!!!
Our pleasure!
Joe could play ANYTHING on any guitar or amp set-up.
It’s all in the fingers on the fret- board!
Could Joe perhaps give his view on the mighty Brian May??
He comes to guitar from SUCH a different direction.
I bet Joe could do a Brian May piece… please do it!!
Best interview I have seen with Joe in a while. Thanks for this Joe and Gibson! Some serious wisdom here.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Well done, was always a "leave controls up" guy, I'm changing my tune to tweak more!
Great Interview.❤❤❤
Very enjoyable convo, Can't wait to see Joe in November in CR !!
Good interview. It’s always great to hear the thoughts of those who are working in the “bidness”. Lots of pertinent points here for every guitar player.
Great interview 😎👍
Great interview!😊 Luv ya, Joe!
One of the best things I've seen on RUclips in a long time!
Once again Joe impresses us with his knowledge, playing tips, and his own philosophy on the music and himself. Love ya Joe ❤️🎸🎵
Rock on!
One important LP trick and MOST important one. Setup your amp for the Neck Pickup, and making sure you have the bass on the amp pretty low, so when you roll the neck volume to 3-4, you have a nice clean tone, then set the bridge vol to 7-8, and when you hit the middle position, you have a 2nd dirtier tone, then finally for the bridge soloing, you can roll the bridge volume up to 10 and then roll BACK the tone to 6-7. That's just a starting point, but the most important aspect is setting up the amp up for the neck, inversely if you set up the amp for the bridge when its full up you will overcompensate by cutting the treble on the amp, leaving the neck position sounding muddy.
Right I’m trying that this week!!!
Great interview, and good to see that Joe is still down to earth, and happy to see him cuss it up at the end (I wished for this in a comment on another video a few weeks back and Joe has delivered lol). 👍👍
Glad you enjoyed it!
Amen . Thanks Joe .
Joe is a great musician he entertains and educates and helps musicians. He's good man. Thanks Joe B.
One of the best Joe´s interviews!
Glad you like it!
I love your music and your attitude Joe!!
I've been playing for YEARS and still haven't found a single reason to use the neck pickup on any of my guitars. This vid is great!!
It’s punchier, and darker up there on the neck pickup. Jazzier.
Thanks for being true and keep’n it real my friend