Eagles Members, Gear & Sound

US country rock band

Genre

Rock Pop Folk, World, & Country Pop rock Soft rock Country rock Folk rock Southern rock Hard rock Country pop Classic rock Heartland rock Yacht Rock album rock mellow gold urban cowboy

Members

Select a Eagles band member to check out the music gear they use live and in the studio.

Joe Walsh

Roles:

Singer Guitarist

Groups:

Mark Knopfler’s Guitar Heroes Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band The Party Boys James Gang Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band Herbs Barnstorm The Best

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Don Felder

Roles:

Guitarist

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Vince Gill

Roles:

Singer Guitarist

Groups:

Mark Knopfler’s Guitar Heroes The Notorious Cherry Bombs Pure Prairie League Artists of Then, Now & Forever Country Music's Quest For A Cure Vince Gill & Amy Grant Vince Gill & Janis Oliver & Herb Pedersen Byron Berline & Vince Gill Vince Gill & Karla Bonoff Vince Gill & Terri Clark Vince & Jenny Gill Barbara Streisand & Vince Gill Vince Gill & Emmylou Harris & Bonnie Raitt The Time Jumpers

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Glenn Frey

Roles:

Singer Guitarist Keyboardist Composer

Groups:

The Mushrooms

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Timothy B. Schmit

Roles:

Singer Bassist

Groups:

Poco Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band

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Don Henley

Roles:

Singer Drummer Composer Music Producer

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Randy Meisner

Roles:

Singer Guitarist Bassist

Groups:

Poco Meisner, Swan & Rich

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Bernie Leadon

Roles:

Guitarist

Groups:

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band The Flying Burrito Brothers

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Steuart Smith

Roles:

Guitarist Bassist

Groups:

The Dixie Pearls The Cicadas

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About

Eagles are an iconic American rock band renowned for their harmonious blend of rock, pop, and country influences. Formed in Los Angeles in 1971, the original lineup featured Don Henley (vocals, drums), Glenn Frey (vocals, guitar), Bernie Leadon (guitar, vocals), and Randy Meisner (bass, vocals). Over the years, the band evolved to include members such as Joe Walsh (guitar, vocals) and Timothy B. Schmit (bass, vocals). Known for their timeless hits like "Hotel California" and "Take It Easy," the Eagles have cemented their legacy in genres ranging from classic rock and country rock to soft rock and heartland rock.

How to Sound Like Eagles

The Eagles' sound is characterized by rich vocal harmonies and a seamless fusion of acoustic and electric guitar textures, creating a sound that is both melodic and expansive. Their music often features a clean, polished production with layers of guitars that range from the crisp strums of acoustic models like the Taylor 614ce to the expressive leads of electric guitars such as the Fender Telecaster and Gibson Les Paul Special. Amplifiers like the Fender Bassman contribute to their warm, tube-driven tones. The Eagles' rhythmic foundation is grounded yet dynamic, with their melodies and harmonies transporting listeners to the vast landscapes of the American West.

Discography

Eagles (2013 Remaster)

1972

Desperado (2013 Remaster)

1973

On the Border (2013 Remaster)

1974

One of These Nights (2013 Remaster)

1975

Hotel California (40th Anniversary Expanded Edition)

1976

The Long Run (2013 Remaster)

1979

Eagles Live

1980

Hell Freezes Over (Remaster 2018)

1994

Long Road out of Eden

2007

Live From The Forum MMXVIII

2020

Get the Eagles Sound

Want to sound like Eagles? This gear comes straight from the setups of the band's members, based on proven sources. Dive into each artist's page for more detail and inspiration.