Ampeg SVT settings
Orion settings for Ampeg SVT
Metallica · adapted 2 times on ToneAdapt
To get the Metallica "Orion" clean tone on a Ampeg SVT, set Gain 0, Drive 0, Bass 4.5, Mid 5, Treble 6.5, Presence 5. Use the music man humbucker (bridge position, only option) pickup.
Clean settings
updated 2026-10-20
- Pickup
- Music Man humbucker (bridge position, only option)
Ampeg SVT knobs
- Gain
- 0
- Drive
- 0
- Bass
- 4.5
- Mid
- 5
- Treble
- 6.5
- Presence
- 5
- Ultra low
- 0
- Ultra high
- 0
Playing tips
- Use fingerstyle to emphasize the aggressive attack and sustain of the StingRay.
- Experiment with your right-hand position to find the sweet spot for clarity and punch.
- Keep your fingers relaxed to allow for a smooth and fluid playing style.
The original rig
What Metallica used on the recording, for reference. ToneAdapt translates this to the controls your Ampeg SVT actually has.
- Bass
- ESP MX220 'Eet Fuk' (James Hetfield's main guitar for Master of Puppets era, likely used for rhythm on 'Orion')
- Amp
- Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+ Head
- Gain
- 7.5
- Bass
- 6
- Mid
- 3.5
- Treble
- 7
- Presence
- 6
- Reverb
- 0
Different bass or pedals? Get Orion adapted to your exact rig
These settings were generated for the gear named above. ToneAdapt adapts Metallica's tone to your own bass, pickups, amp and pedals in seconds.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best Ampeg SVT settings for Orion?
Set Gain 0, Drive 0, Bass 4.5, Mid 5, Treble 6.5, Presence 5.
Which pickup should I use for Orion?
Music Man humbucker (bridge position, only option).
What gear did Metallica use on Orion?
Bass: ESP MX220 'Eet Fuk' (James Hetfield's main guitar for Master of Puppets era, likely used for rhythm on 'Orion'). Amp: Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+ Head.
Will these settings work with my bass?
Different pickups change how much gain and treble you need. ToneAdapt adapts the tone to your exact bass, pickups, amp and pedals.
Orion on other amps
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Settings are generated by ToneAdapt's tone adaptation for the gear named on this page and are a starting point — every amp, guitar and room is a little different.