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How to get Stevie Wonder's guitar tone

Stevie Wonder across 3 famous tones — mostly through clean amp. Here is where to start, then adapt any of it to the guitar and amp you actually own.

Starting point (averaged): gain 2.5 · bass 5.5 · mid 6 · treble 6.5 · presence 5 (out of 10)

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Stevie Wonder's go-to amps

clean amp ×3

3 famous Stevie Wonder tones

Superstition

gain 3 · bass 6 · mid 6 · treble 6

Sir Duke

gain 2 · bass 5 · mid 6 · treble 7

I Wish

gain 2 · bass 6 · mid 6 · treble 6

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How to get Stevie Wonder's tone — FAQ

What amp settings does Stevie Wonder use?

Averaged across 3 of their tones: gain 2.5, bass 5.5, mid 6, treble 6.5, presence 5 (out of 10). Adapt to your own amp.

What gear do I need to sound like Stevie Wonder?

They favour clean amp. You do not need the exact rig — GuitarToneAdapt re-dials their tones for the guitar and amp you already own, free.

How do I get Stevie Wonder's guitar tone?

Start with their go-to gear (clean amp) and a starting EQ of gain 2.5, bass 5.5, mid 6, treble 6.5, presence 5 (out of 10), then dial in any of the 3 songs below. GuitarToneAdapt adapts each one to the exact amp and guitar you own, free.

Can I get Stevie Wonder's tone on a different amp or guitar?

Yes. You do not need their exact rig — GuitarToneAdapt models how their gear shapes the sound and compensates for whatever amp, guitar and pedals you already have, free in the browser.

Settings are community-researched estimates. Adapt any to your gear at GuitarToneAdapt · amp settings · tuning chart · all 1,200+ tones.