Asking Alexandria - Ben Bruce Guitar Rig Gear and Equipment

Ben Bruce is the lead guitarist in the chart-topping metalcore band Asking Alexandria. He has played on Jimmy Kimmel Live and co-writes all of Asking Alexandria's songs. Ben likes to keep the gear he uses simple, by plugging straight into his amp most of the time.

Here's some of the gear and equipment that Ben has been seen using in his guitar rig.

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GUITARS
- Ibanez Neo-Classic Series FR1620 (has been his main guitar-he has them in white and black)

- Gibson Les Paul Studio (wine red, chrome)

- Fender Standard Stratocaster (3-Tone Sunburst, Rosewood Neck. Used on the "A Prophecy" music video)

- PRS Custom 24 Electric Guitar (his is Vintage Natural Flame with Tremolo)

AMPS
- Peavey 6534 Heads (His main amp)

- Peavey 6505+ Heads

- Fender Super Sonic 60 Amp Head (Used on the "A Prophecy" music video)

- Engl Powerball II 100W Tube Guitar Amp Head

CABINETS
- Orange Amplifiers 4x12 Slant Cab

- Peavey cabinets (black, 4x12")

EFFECTS- Boss NS-2

- Boss Chromatic tuner

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