- Keith Relf – lead vocals, harmonica (1963–1968; 1974–1977; 1991–1996)
- Jim McCarty – drums, percussion (1963–1968; 1974–1977; 1991–1996)
- Chris Dreja – rhythm guitar (later lead guitar and occasional bass) (1963–1968; 1974–1977; 1991–1996)
- Paul Samwell‑Smith – bass guitar (1963–1966; 1991–1996)
- Eric Clapton – lead guitar (1963–1965)
- Jeff Beck – lead guitar (1965–1966)
- Jimmy Page – lead guitar (1966–1968)
- John Paul Jones – bass (briefly as a live/session contributor in 1968)
Additional personnel: Throughout the Yardbirds’ various reformations (1974–1977 and 1991–1996) the core lineup listed above was supplemented by occasional touring musicians and studio contributors, but the individuals above constitute the principal, historically documented members of the band.
