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Ben Harper Guitar Tone - Settings for Every Signature Song

Browse every Ben Harper song we've broken down into amp settings, pickup choice, and pedal chain - then adapt the recipe to whatever rig you actually own.

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Record by record

Ben Harper Albums We've Broken Down

Every tone

All 5 Ben Harper Tones

Across the years

Ben Harper Tone Evolution

  1. 1994
    Whipping Boy
    Welcome to the Cruel World
  2. 1997
    Jah Work
    The Will to Live
  3. 1999
    Burn to Shine
    Burn to Shine
  4. 2003
    Diamonds on the Inside
    Diamonds on the Inside
  5. 2003
    With My Own Two Hands
    Diamonds on the Inside
FAQ

Common Questions About Ben Harper's Tone

  1. What guitar does Ben Harper play?

    The specific guitar Ben Harper used on these recordings varies song to song - the settings we list are tuned to the tracked tone, not a single instrument.

  2. What amp does Ben Harper use?

    Ben Harper's amp rig varies across their catalog. Each tone breakdown lists the specific amp used for that song.

  3. How many Ben Harper songs can I dial in here?

    ToneMirror has tone breakdowns for 5 Ben Harper songs, including "Burn to Shine", "Diamonds on the Inside", "Jah Work". Each one comes with the original amp settings, pickup position, tuning, and pedal chain - plus a per-rig adaptation so you can play it on your own gear.

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