Rigs / James Iha
James Iha rig: guitars, amps and pedals
The documented gear of James Iha (The Smashing Pumpkins), grouped into gear families. Last verified 2026-09-30.
Build a rig around James IhaThe rig
- Les Paul-styleGibson Les Paul Custom
- Offset (Jazzmaster / Jaguar)Fender Jazzmaster
- Flying V / pointyGibson Flying V
- Semi-hollowRickenbacker 360
- Marshall / BritishMarshall JCM800 2203
- Big clean (Fender / JC-120)Fender Twin Reverb
- Orange / MatampOrange Overdrive OD120
- Octave / pitchDigiTech Whammy II
- Big MuffEHX Op-Amp Big Muff Pi
- PhaserEHX Small Stone
- DelayEHX Deluxe Memory Man
FAQ
What guitar does James Iha play?
According to Equipboard, James Iha of The Smashing Pumpkins has used: Gibson Les Paul Custom, Fender Jazzmaster, Gibson Flying V and Rickenbacker 360.
What amp does James Iha use?
James Iha's documented amps include Marshall JCM800 2203, Fender Twin Reverb and Orange Overdrive OD120.
What pedals does James Iha use?
James Iha's documented pedals and effects include DigiTech Whammy II, EHX Op-Amp Big Muff Pi, EHX Small Stone and EHX Deluxe Memory Man.
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