Fred "Sonic" Smith (September 13, 1949 – November 4, 1994) was an American guitarist, best known as a member of the band MC5. Later, he founded Sonic's Rendezvous Band, which released one single, "City Slang", during Smith's lifetime. He was married to singer and poet Patti Smith.

For the saxophonist, see Fred Smith (2).
For the songwriter and producer (1933-2005), see Fred Smith (3).
For the hardcore guitarist, see Fred Smith (4).
For the drummer, see Fred Smith (5).
for the Television bassist, see Fred Smith (7).

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