Dave Grohl
Foo Fighters / Nirvana
The nicest guy in rock with the biggest sound from Nirvana to Foo Fighters. Known for Trini Lopez guitars, cranked Vox AC30s, and anthemic songwriting. Channels raw energy through simple, effective riffs, proving that powerful rock comes from emotion and dynamics rather than technical complexity, building massive walls of layered guitars.
SIGNATURE TONE
Big, open chords with huge sustain. Defined by the semi-hollow resonance of the Trini Lopez hitting a Vox AC30 pushed to the edge of breakup, often layered for a massive wall of sound.
SIGNAL CHAINS BY ERA
Explore how the rig evolved over time
The Colour and the Shape Era (1997-1999)
Establishing the Foo sound. Layers of Gibson guitars into Mesa Boogies created the dense, radio-ready distortion.
Wasting Light Era (2011)
Analog garage rock. Recorded to tape in his garage, using his signature Trini Lopez guitars and Vox AC30s.
Medicine at Midnight Era (2021-Present)
Groove and dance. Cleaner tones and more rhythmic playing.