Artist · 3 tones

Hot Chocolate Guitar Tone - Settings for Every Signature Song

Browse every Hot Chocolate 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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Every tone

All 3 Hot Chocolate Tones

Across the years

Hot Chocolate Tone Evolution

  1. 1974
    Emma
    Cicero Park
  2. 1975
    You Sexy Thing
    Hot Chocolate
  3. 1978
    Every 1's a Winner
    Every 1's a Winner
FAQ

Common Questions About Hot Chocolate's Tone

  1. What guitar does Hot Chocolate play?

    The specific guitar Hot Chocolate 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 Hot Chocolate use?

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

  3. How many Hot Chocolate songs can I dial in here?

    ToneMirror has tone breakdowns for 3 Hot Chocolate songs, including "Emma", "Every 1's a Winner", "You Sexy Thing". 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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