Unlocking The Strokes' Iconic Guitar Tone

To recreate Julian Casablancas' and Nick Valensi's signature sound, you'll need a 2014 Gibson Les Paul Standard, paired with a Pro Co Rat distortion pedal, and the FabFilter Pro-Q 3 equalizer. The former gives a warm, vintage tone, while the latter adds precise EQ control.

But that's not all - to get closer to their '60s-inspired sound, you'll need a high-gain amp like the Fender Twin Reverb, with a set of vintage-style speakers. To capture this tone in your own studio, try using a plugin like the Universal Audio UAD-2 Platinum, which accurately replicates classic amps and cabs.

The Strokes' guitar sound is all about capturing that '60s vibe - it's not just about the gear, but also about creating an atmosphere. So, take inspiration from their live shows, where the energy of the crowd is just as important as the tone of the guitars.