Crazy Train settings for Boss GX-10

Amp block

Drive

6

Master

7

Bass

3

Mid

6

Treble

7

Presence

5

Effects chain

1. 1distortionDistortionGain 4 · Tone 5 · Level 10
2. 2eqGraphic EQBand 1 3 · Band 2 0 · Band 3 7 · Band 4 6 · Band 5 0 · Band 6 3 · Band 8 0 · Band 10 0
3. 3noise gateNoise SuppressorRelease 5 · Threshold 5
4. 4overdriveBoosterGain 3 · Tone 5 · Level 10
5. 5reverbSpringMix 2 · Decay 2

Playing tips

• Focus on tight, percussive palm muting to achieve the punchy attack characteristic of the original tone.
• Use aggressive picking to enhance the clarity and articulation of each note.
• Maintain a consistent rhythm to ensure clear note separation under gain.

Boss GX-10 knobs

Gain

4.5

Bass

5

Mid

5

Treble

5

Amp block

Drive

6

Master

7

Bass

3

Mid

6

Treble

7

Presence

5

Effects chain

1. 1distortionDistortionLevel 10 · Distortion 4
2. 2eqGraphic EQBand 1 0 · Band 2 3 · Band 3 7 · Band 4 6 · Band 5 3 · Band 6 0 · Band 7 3 · Band 10 0
3. 3noise gateNoise SuppressorThreshold 4

Playing tips

• Use aggressive picking to enhance the percussive attack.
• Focus on clear note separation by avoiding excessive palm muting.
• Experiment with vibrato techniques for added expressiveness in the solo.

What amp model should I use on the Boss GX-10 for Crazy Train?

Use the X-Titan (lead channel) with Drive 6, Master 7, Bass 3, Mid 6, Treble 7, Presence 5, followed by Distortion, Graphic EQ, Noise Suppressor, Booster, Spring.

Which pickup should I use for Crazy Train?

Bridge pickup, with the guitar's tone at 10 and volume at 10.

What gear did Ozzy Osbourne use on Crazy Train?

Guitar: 1974 Gibson Les Paul Custom. Amp: 1975-76 Marshall JMP 1959 Super Lead MKII 100-watt head into Marshall 1960A/B 4x12 cabs with Altec 417-8H speakers.

Will these settings work with my guitar?

These settings were adapted for a Jackson Dinky. Different pickups change how much gain and treble you need. ToneAdapt adapts the tone to your exact guitar, pickups, amp and pedals.