Michael Bolton Guitar Tone - Settings for Every Signature Song
Browse every Michael Bolton song we've broken down into amp settings, pickup choice, and pedal chain - then adapt the recipe to whatever rig you actually own.
Translate any Michael Bolton tone to your gear
Michael Bolton Albums We've Broken Down
All 4 Michael Bolton Tones
Michael Bolton Tone Evolution
- 1989How Am I Supposed to Live Without YouSoul Provider
- 1989How Can We Be Lovers?Soul Provider
- 1991When a Man Loves a WomanTime, Love & Tenderness
- 1993Said I Loved You...But I LiedThe One Thing
Common Questions About Michael Bolton's Tone
What guitar does Michael Bolton play?
The specific guitar Michael Bolton used on these recordings varies song to song - the settings we list are tuned to the tracked tone, not a single instrument.
What amp does Michael Bolton use?
Michael Bolton's amp rig varies across their catalog. Each tone breakdown lists the specific amp used for that song.
How many Michael Bolton songs can I dial in here?
ToneMirror has tone breakdowns for 4 Michael Bolton songs, including "How Am I Supposed to Live Without You", "How Can We Be Lovers?", "Said I Loved You...But I Lied". 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.