Johnny Marr
The Smiths / Modest Mouse / Solo
The jangle maestro and indie rock architect. His intricate, arpeggiated playing style with The Smiths defined 80s alternative music, while his mastery of texture and layering continues to influence generations of guitarists.
SIGNATURE TONE
Bright, jangly, and orchestral. Achieved by layering clean, single-coil guitars (Rickenbacker, Telecaster, Jaguar) through clean Fender amps with generous chorus and compression.
SIGNAL CHAINS BY ERA
Explore how the rig evolved over time
The Smiths Era (1982-1987)
Jangle pop perfection. Rickenbackers and Telecasters layered to create a symphonic guitar orchestra.
Modest Mouse / The Cribs (2006-2011)
Indie rock veteran. Using the Jaguar to add a sharper, more aggressive edge to modern indie bands.
Solo Era (2013-Present)
The Messenger. Fronting his own band with his Signature Fender Jaguar and a streamlined digital/analog hybrid rig.