Here at Laney Amplification, we have quite the reputation for attracting the very best musicians to our artist roster, or as we refer to it, our artist family, which is why we’re always ecstatic when we discover another artist who plays Laney amplifiers.
Want to know which artists use Laney Amplifiers and Black Country Customs pedals? Check out our latest artist roster which we’re always adding to and discover the amps and pedals that help shape their sound. But in this blog, I’ll highlight some of our latest additiosn and biggest names to join the Laney family!
Our artist family includes legendary players and rising stars across multiple genres, all united by their passion for tone and the reliability of Laney gear.
Many renowned guitarists use Laney amplifiers. Tony Iommi (Black Sabbath) plays the Laney SUPERGROUP and LA 100 BL. Billy Corgan (The Smashing Pumpkins) uses the LA100SM. Other notable users include Guthrie Govan, Vernon Reid, Lari Basilio, Tom Quayle, Martin Miller, Devin Townsend, and Andy Timmons. Laney is trusted by top musicians across genres.
We continually welcome new artists to the Laney family. Below, you’ll find a selection of key artists, Laney players and endorsees who trust Laney amplifiers to power their sound:
Read the full blog here and find out what amp settings Billy Corgan uses on his Laney amps
Several renowned bassists use Laney bass amplifiers. Dougie Poynter (McFly) plays the DB500H with a DBV810 cab. Bob Hardy (Franz Ferdinand) and Dan Pugsley (Skindred) also use the DB500H. Nathan East (Eric Clapton, Daft Punk) plays the DB200H. Other users include Kalan Adam, Aaran McKenzie, and Charles Berthoud.
You can view the full range of Laney Artists and see why so many pro-level musicians choose Laney and Black Country Customs. But read on to see exactly which Laney amps and BCC pedals some of these artists use.
Our beloved Tony Iommi is just one of the superstars who have been part of our enviable line up over the years. Here are some other names you may be familiar with in the picture below who have been known to play Laney amps or who are currently part of the Laney family.
We are proud to say that we have some of the most talented and versatile guitarists, bass players and singer-songwriters in our family, covering an enormous range of genres. Jazz, Metal, Blues, Funk, Country, Rock, RnB and everything in between.
In addition to taking good care of our artists -like a family should – one of the main reasons superstars like Tony Iommi, Justin Hawkins, Lari Basilio and Killswitch Engage work with us is that we design and engineer some of the industry’s most intriguing, versatile, genre-spanning and reliable amplifier products. Tony Iommi has been with Laney since 1974 – a testament to our commitment to creating amplifiers that allow artists to create their signature sounds, whilst offering reliable foundation to create iconic music with.
The Black Country Customs SUPERGROUP amplifiers deliver earth-shaking power, making them the perfect choice for rock and metal legends such as:
Black Country Customs SUPERGROUP amplifiers are the ultimate choice for the likes of Tony Iommi of Black Sabbath as well as Billy Corgan offering players with the capability to shake the Earth!
As of 2017 Tony Iommi uses the Laney Black Country Customs SUPERGROUP amplifier and used it on the final Black Sabbath tour, aptly entitled “The End Tour”. Billy Corgan is now also a Laney Supergroup amplifier user and endorsee.
In addition, these awesome artists also use the SUPERGROUP amplifiers.
Tony Iommi plays Laney Supergroup amps and his signature Black Country Customs TI Boost pedal.
View Tony Iommi’s rig and gear rundown below:
Watch the interview with Billy Corgan and get the Billy Corgan amplifier settings.
Watch Mike & Dan of Boston Manor talk about their Laney gear
The Laney LFR FRFR cabinets are (we think) the best FRFR cabinets for guitarists in the world, as they provide incredible clarity and full-range response for modern digital guitar setups – they’re also the best FRFR cabs for the Quad Cortex too. The following artists rely on Laney LFR FRFR cabinets:
Here’s Devin Townsend talking about his Laney LFR cabs:
Laney’s low-wattage and highly portable CUB-SUPER range of guitar amplifiers is a go-to for many artists, offering incredible tone and versatility. Some of the key players using CUB-SUPER amps include:
Take a look at our Laney Cub Super artist page for more details and videos and check out the pictures below for some seriously impressive stats!
The Laney LIONHEART series is one of the favourite tube guitar amps used by many top players incluidng Tom Quayle, Gretchen Menn, with two members from Tom Odell choosing Laney, too because of its incredible versatility, immense power and beautiful tone that can go from classic British cleans to harder-hitting crunch when you need it. The budget-friendly LIONHEART Foundry amps are also some of the top 10 affordable solid-state amps in the world too (when compared to other price points). These artists rely on LIONHEART amps as part of their live and studio setups:
Take a look at our Laney LIONHEART artist page for more details and videos and check out the pictures below for some seriously impressive stats!
You can read our new blog all about Max Goff (Tom Odell) who is also a new Laney endorsee.
Designed for versatility and power, the IRONHEART range is trusted by international touring musicians who need the higher gain, bone-shattering crunch that only these amplifiers can deliver:
Some of the biggest names in music and international touring acts choose the Laney IRONHEART range. Powerful, versatile, and reliable with PLENTY of hard-hitting crunch!
Not sure which IRONHEART amp is right for you? Check out our Laney IRONHEART buyers guide where we compare every amp for you.
See the full range of IRONHEART artists and endorsees and view a selection below.
Laney’s Lionheart and Ironheart Loudpedals deliver powerful and versatile amp-like tones in a pedal format. The following artists incorporate these pedals into their setups:
These two virtuosos played a crucial role in developing the Loudpedal series, ensuring that the tones match the original Laney amps they’ve been using for years. Whether it’s Martin Miller’s high-gain power or Tom Quayle’s smooth fusion tones, the Loudpedals designed in Collaboration with Laney artists Tom Quayle and Martin Miller are a portable amp solution without sacrificing tone – perfect if you want to go ampless on guitar. Check out the announcement blog here and exclusive interview with Tom Quayle and Martin Miller.
Several top artists from all over the world, spanning multiple genres incorporate Black Country Customs pedals into their rigs for unique tonal shaping and versatility including:
Our Black Country Customs Pedal range, now features added low-end power in the form of three bass pedals. The ’85 interval pedal, The Blackheath bass distortion and the Custard Factory compression pedal.
These handcrafted in the UK stomp boxes join five guitar pedals in the line-up.
Check out the ever-growing list of amazing players who use our pedals. Players such as Matt Bigland (Dinosaur Pile up),Phil X (Bon Jovi), Sam Fender, Tom Quayle, Lari Basilio, Skip Black, Gretchen Menn and many others.
In 2021 we launched an entire new range of Bass amplifiers and cabinets to critical acclaim. The Digbeth range was meticulously designed with artists to ensure it delivered the goods whatever their requirements. A floor-based Bass pre amp like the DB-PRE for those that need to travel light but still pack a punch, to the stadium worthy DBV810 8×10 cabinet. DB500H and DB200H (500 and 200 Watt heads) and the DB200-210 200 watt combo all with complimentary cabinets. We even completely redesigned the driver complement working with our legendary pro audio sister company, HH Electronics, developing the ‘Black Series’ range of drivers to ensure that no stone was left unturned in our quest for bass amplifier nirvana! You can read 5 reasons you need the Laney Digbeth Bass Amp Series here.
The Digbeth Bass Amp Series has been embraced by a wide range of bassists who demand power and tone. The following artists (and many more) use the Laney Digbeth bass amp series:
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Check out some of the great players who leant their ears and experience to these products and are now using them out in the field.Dan Pugsley (Skindred), Bob Hardy (Franz Ferdinand)
Kalan Adam (Attila) Arran McKenzie (While she sleeps)
Charlie Fowler, Jim Cratchley (Dinosaur pile up)
Rudi Creswick (Tom Misch), Wilkie Robinson (Malevolence0
We’d like to take a moment to recognise the importance of family. Our family-owned, family-run business since 1967.
Our prestigious and renowned family of products and most importantly our wonderful, talented and hard-working Artist family.
We’ll be featuring as many of them as we can with every new year that comes, whether that is right here on this very blog, on our social media via a livestream or out in the wild at gigs, clinics, shows.
We hope you join us across our social media and enjoy the music that they create – with a little help from our products – and if you were thinking of emulating their success, want to know who plays Laney Amplifiers and what gear they use, we’ve now grouped the products they use to make it easier to recreate their tone in the “Artist section” onsite.
Oh yes, one final note before we sign off…if you’re an artist who’d like to join us, or you have a suggestion for an artist to join the Laney family then please drop us a line via our contact page. We’re always happy to hear from new and interesting artists.