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Bill Frisell can be seen using the Oktava MK-012 microphone, in a video by Fretboard Journal where he performs "All the Things You Are."

Charles Elliot, guitarist for Abysmal Dawn, confirms in a rig rundown with MetalSucks that he uses the Celestion Vintage 30 12'' 60-watt.

I love Vintage 30 Celestion speakers and the way they break up.

Charles Elliot, guitarist for Abysmal Dawn, confirms in a rig rundown with MetalSucks that he uses the Mesa/Boogie Rectifier Cabinet - 120W 2x12" Slant Vertical.

The Mesa cabs really project those low frequencies needed for metal. I have the version with the slanted top speakers and extended front.

Carrie Underwood uses a Red Monkey Classic 3" Guitar strap, as she collaborated with the company to create fully custom straps for her live performances. These custom straps are designed and constructed in Los Angeles with premium leathers, tailored for comfort, balance, and long durations. They are seen across her live shows and televised performances, confirming they are part of her working rig. The collaboration highlights Red Monkey’s expertise in crafting performance-driven gear for live entertainment, as evidenced by an image showing Underwood with the strap on Equipboard.

Charles Elliot, guitarist for Abysmal Dawn, confirms in a rig rundown with MetalSucks that he uses the Mesa/Boogie Mark IV Amp Head. Elliot states,

This has been my main head and source of my sound for a long time. The versatility of this thing is ridiculous. It has a really tight attack to it which is good for really fast and tech-death style riffing as well as classic thrash.

On his artist page on the official MESA/Boogie website, it is confirmed that Charles Elliot uses the Mesa/Boogie CabClone Cabinet Simulator.

Ari O'Neal is confirmed to use the Red Monkey Classic 3" Guitar strap, as evidenced by her partnership with Red Monkey for her performances with Beyoncé and SZA. These straps are Custom Shop builds, made from specialty gold Italian leathers with premium Italian leather lining, specifically designed for high-level performance. They are crafted for balance, comfort, and stability, supporting demanding sets and precise playing in fast-paced environments. This collaboration is further highlighted by Ari's appearance on the Red Monkey Podcast, reflecting a genuine partnership built on trust and long-term collaboration, as shown in the image provided by Red Monkey Designs.

In this video we can see a Juno 60 in corner, as calvin harris tests his new song with Jazzy in his studio

In this video on Instagram we can see a roland jp 8000 in the corner, as calvin harris premiers his new track in his studio

While it's blurred out, if you look closely at 6:00 you can see a sign that says ozone 4 on the logic screen

At 1:38 in this old calvin harris interview he admits that he uses ableton help him prep dj sets

at 0:56 we can see he uses logic pro 9 on his computer when he is doing a production breakdown of slide

Calvin Harris is seen to give a positive review on Sam Smyer's Serum Presets

This article on the Guitar Magazine Japan website shows Yoshimitsu Taki's pedalboard with the Mesa Boogie "Bigfoot" Rectifier Foot Controller on it.

John 5 has been confirmed to use the Red Monkey Classic 3" Guitar strap consistently for over 20 years, beginning with his tenure in Marilyn Manson, continuing through his work with Rob Zombie, and still in use today with Mötley Crüe. This is substantiated by photographic evidence showing him with the strap, which can be seen in numerous live performances and official content.

In the live performance titled "Wavves - Live Wavvy Sessions (full performance)" on YouTube, Nathan Williams is visibly using a Sennheiser MD 441-U microphone throughout the entire set. This performance was recorded live at Gold-Diggers Sound by Mason Perrett and assisted by Brad Ritchie, mixed by Aaron Rubin, and mastered by Nick Townsend at Infrasonic.

This article on the Guitar Magazine Japan website shows Yoshimitsu Taki's pedalboard with the Mesa/Boogie Grid Slammer Overdrive on it.

Justin Chancellor, bassist for Tool, has been using Red Monkey Classic 3" Guitar Straps since 2007, with these pieces developed through their Custom Shop and tailored to his preferences. These straps are not off-the-shelf; they are purpose-built to suit his rig and playing style. The 3" Classic Guitar Strap is chosen for its wider profile, providing even weight distribution of his bass during long, demanding performances. Known for his dynamic and effects-driven playing, Justin relies on a strap that offers stability and consistency without distraction. Red Monkey straps are a constant in his live performances, seen across global tours and official footage, and have become an integral part of his stage setup. This long-term relationship is rooted in performance, with custom-built gear refined over years of real-world use at the highest level. An image supporting this can be found in the 2019 documentation of Tool's performances.

Piggy D has been a long-time Red Monkey artist, using our straps since his time with Rob Zombie through his current tour with Marilyn Manson.

On this tour, Piggy D runs Red Monkey straps on both guitar and bass, switching between instruments throughout the set. That demands consistency—our straps keep everything balanced, secure, and locked in without adjustment.

Built for movement and stage impact, these straps deliver the durability and stability required for high-energy shows night after night. This isn’t a one-off—it's a long-standing, road-tested relationship built on real-world performance.