Rigs / Kim Thayil
Kim Thayil rig: guitars, amps and pedals
The documented gear of Kim Thayil (Soundgarden), grouped into gear families. Last verified 2026-09-30.
Build a rig around Kim ThayilThe rig
- SGGuild S-100 Polara / S-300
- Les Paul-styleGibson Les Paul Custom Lite
- Mesa BoogieMesa Boogie Dual Rectifier / Tremoverb
- Modern high gainPeavey VTM-120
- WahDunlop Wah/Volume
- BoostMXR Boost/Overdrive
- DistortionMXR Doubleshot Distortion
- Noise gateBoss NS-2
- DelayT-Rex Reptile
FAQ
What guitar does Kim Thayil play?
According to Equipboard, Kim Thayil of Soundgarden has used: Guild S-100 Polara, S-300 and Gibson Les Paul Custom Lite.
What amp does Kim Thayil use?
Kim Thayil's documented amps include Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier, Tremoverb and Peavey VTM-120.
What pedals does Kim Thayil use?
Kim Thayil's documented pedals and effects include Dunlop Wah/Volume, MXR Boost/Overdrive, MXR Doubleshot Distortion, Boss NS-2 and T-Rex Reptile.
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