Cory Wong

Cory Wong (born c. 1985) is an American guitarist, composer, record producer, and video producer based in Minneapolis. He has released many works as a solo artist and in partnership with others. His background spans several genres including jazz, rock, and funk. He is a recurring guitarist for the funk bands Vulfpeck and The Fearless Flyers, and has performed with Dave Koz, Stay Human, Ben Rector, Dr. Mambo's Combo, Chris Thile, Dave Matthews Band, and Dirty Loops. He released several albums in 2020, including Live in Amsterdam, a collaboration with the Metropole Orkest, and Meditations, a new-age album with Jon Batiste. His recent works include two albums released in conjunction with his variety show.

Early life Born in Poughkeepsie, New York, Wong was raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and is of mixed Chinese-American descent.

Strings

D'Addario NYXL (.010–.046)

Effects

Jackson Audio The Optimist Dual OD & EQ (Signature Pedal) Hotone Audio Wong Press (Signature Pedal) Wampler Ego Compressor Vertex Steel String Clean Drive Strymon Big Sky

He uses a variety of other instruments and accessories as well.