Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin) Guitar Rig

Estimated build cost: ~$221,234 (based on current listings)

Rock Led Zeppelin Jimmy Page

Jimmy Page is the legendary guitarist, producer, and primary songwriter of Led Zeppelin, one of the most influential rock bands of all time. From the late 1960s through the 1970s, Page crafted some of rock’s most iconic riffs, solos, and atmospheric tones on albums like Led Zeppelin II, IV, and Physical Graffiti. His playing blended blues roots, folk, and hard rock with innovative studio techniques, creating a massive, dynamic sound that still defines classic rock guitar. Known for his “less is more” approach in the studio and explosive live energy, Page’s tone is rich, sustaining, and full of character.

Note: The estimated total reflects a premium collection of rare vintage and historically significant instruments directly associated with Jimmy Page (including original Les Pauls, Dragon Tele, and period-correct amps). A practical tribute or modern-inspired rig can be built for a fraction of that cost — see the budget alternatives section below for realistic options.

~$221,234 Estimated total
20 Pieces of gear
Rock Genre / style
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Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin) Guitar Rig
Jim Summaria, CC BY-SA 3.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0>, via Wikimedia Commons

The Gear

Guitars
Gibson Les Paul
2004 Gibson Custom Shop Jimmy Page Les Paul #1 "Number One" Reissue Tom Murphy Aged
His most famous guitar, bought from Joe Walsh. Famous for its warm, sustaining humbucker tone on classics like “Stairway to Heaven.”
Fender Telecaster
Fender Artist Series Jimmy Page Telecaster with Rosewood Fretboard 2019 - Natural with Dragon Graphic
Early Zeppelin workhorse with custom dragon paint job; used heavily on the first album.
Gibson Double Neck
2007 Gibson Custom Shop - Jimmy Page EDS 1275 VOS - only 250 made - ID 4907
Iconic for live performances of “Stairway to Heaven” and “The Song Remains the Same.”
Fender Telecaster
Fender Custom Shop Jimmy Page Signature Telecaster w/case
Acoustic Guitar
Gibson Jimmy Page Signed '64 SJ 200 Collectors Edition 2024 - Murphy Lab light aging Cherry Tea
Gibson Guitar
2008 Gibson Custom Shop Jimmy Page Signature Les Paul Custom “Black”
Danelectro Guitar
Vintage Danelectro 3021 Shorthorn 1959 "Jimmy Page"
Jimmy Page used a vintage Danelectro 3021 (often called the “Shorthorn”) primarily in the studio during the early Led Zeppelin years and pre-Zeppelin sessions. Its bright, quirky single-coil tones and lipstick pickups gave a unique, twangy character that contrasted with his Les Paul and Telecaster sounds. It was famously used on tracks like “In My Time of Dying” (slide work) and other atmospheric parts. While not a main stage guitar, it’s a cool, affordable way to add that quirky Page vibe to your setup.
Amplifiers
Marshall Amplifier
Marshall JMP 1959 Super Lead 2-Channel 100-Watt Guitar Amp Head 1973 Factory Purple Signed by Jim Marshall
Marshall Amplifier
1968 / 1969 Marshall JMP Plexi Super Bass Stack
Supro Coronado
Supro Coronado 2x10 35 Watt Tube Amp. Led Zeppelin/Jimmy Page tone! 2000’s - Blue/Grey
Super Thunderbolt
Supro Thunderbolt MKII S6422 1x15 Tube Combo Amplifier
Vox AC30
🇬🇧 VOX AC30 VINTAGE 1979 – MADE IN UK 🇬🇧Le Son Classique Anglais des Années
Orange Amplifier
Orange Matamp 100 1969 - Stack
Jimmy Page used Orange Matamp amps in the early 1970s (around 1971–1972). These were custom-modified Orange/Matamp hybrids. They appeared in some live setups and rehearsals but were not his main touring amp. They are relatively rare and not central to his most iconic tones.
Hiwatt Custom
Hiwatt Custom 100 Watt JP103 Jimmy Page 49 of 50 Mint!
Page used Hiwatt heads (custom 100W and 200W models) during parts of the 1970s, especially around 1972–1973. They provided a cleaner, more defined British sound compared to his Marshalls. They were used alongside Marshalls in some tours but never became his primary rig.
Pedals & Effects
Maestro EP-3
Vintage 1970s Maestro EP-3 Echoplex Tape Echo Unit TSU24819
Signature tape delay for atmosphere and leads.
Vox Wah
Vintage Cry Baby Wah Pedal Early Vox Era Chicago illionois 95-910511 Mid 70's
Fuzz Pedal
Sola Sound Tone Bender Fuzz Pedal 2000's Pre-Owned
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Roger Mayer Tone Bender
Roger Mayer Tone Bender — One of Jimmy Page’s key early fuzz boxes (based on the Sola Sound circuit that Roger Mayer modified for him). Original units from this era are extremely rare and virtually impossible to find for purchase today. Modern clones or other vintage Tone Benders (e.g., Sola Sound MKI/II) are the closest practical alternatives for replicating that thick, singing fuzz tone.
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MXR Pedal
MXR MXR Phase 90 1977 - 1984
I.W. Turner Theremin
1970s I.W. Turner Theremin EML Electronic Music Lab Developed by the Makers of the Sonic Wave Theremin IW Turner Jimmy Page
immy Page famously used a vintage-style theremin (often a Sonic Wave Theremin or similar early electronic model) live, particularly during the extended "Whole Lotta Love" medleys in the 1970s. It was part of his experimental sound palette for creating eerie, sweeping effects.
Estimated build total ~$221,234
Rig Overview
Estimated total ~$221,234
Pieces of gear 20
Genre / style Rock
Guitars 7 items
Amplifiers 7 items
Pedals & Effects 6 items
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