Boss GX-10 settings
Read My Mind settings for Boss GX-10
The Killers · adapted 2 times on ToneAdapt
To get the The Killers "Read My Mind" solo tone on a Boss GX-10, use the X-Ultra amp model on the lead channel, then set Drive 6, Master 7, Bass 6.5, Mid 6.5, Treble 7, Presence 5.5. Use the neck pickup with your guitar's tone on 7-8 and volume on 8-9.
Solo settings
Adapted for a Fender Telecaster · updated 2026-11-05
- Amp model
- X-Ultra
- Channel
- Lead
- Cab
- Open Back
- Pickup
- Neck pickup
- Guitar knobs
- Tone 7-8 · Volume 8-9
Amp block
- Drive
- 6
- Master
- 7
- Bass
- 6.5
- Mid
- 6.5
- Treble
- 7
- Presence
- 5.5
Effects chain
- 1overdriveT-ScreamGain 5 · Tone 6 · Level 7
- 2delayAnalogMix 5 · Feedback 5
- 3delayDigitalMix 4 · Feedback 4
- 4modulationChorusMix 5 · Rate 5 · Depth 5
- 5reverbSpringMix 5 · Decay 5
Built-in effects
- Reverb on · 5
Playing tips
- Focus on smooth, melodic phrasing to capture the anthemic quality of the solo.
- Use slight bends and vibrato to add expressiveness to sustained notes.
- Incorporate a gentle picking attack to maintain clarity and prevent muddiness.
Riff settings
Adapted for a Fender Telecaster · updated 2026-11-05
- Amp model
- Blues
- Channel
- Crunch
- Cab
- 2x12 open back
- Pickup
- Bridge pickup
- Guitar knobs
- Tone 7-8 · Volume 8-9
Boss GX-10 knobs
- Gain
- 2
- Bass
- 5
- Mid
- 5
- Treble
- 5
Amp block
- Drive
- 4
- Master
- 7
- Bass
- 5.5
- Mid
- 6.5
- Treble
- 7
- Presence
- 6
Effects chain
- 1overdriveBlues ODGain 5 · Tone 6 · Level 7
- 2modulationChorusMix 5 · Rate 5 · Depth 5
- 3delayAnalogMix 4 · Feedback 3
- 4reverbSpringMix 4 · Decay 5.5
- 5compressionCompLevel 7 · Ratio 3 · Attack 5 · Release 5
Built-in effects
- Reverb on · 5.5
Playing tips
- Use dynamic picking to emphasize the chiming quality of the notes.
- Experiment with fingerstyle for a more expressive attack.
- Incorporate subtle palm muting on lower strings for a tighter sound.
The original rig
What The Killers used on the recording, for reference. ToneAdapt translates this to the controls your Boss GX-10 actually has.
- Guitar
- Fender American Standard Stratocaster
- Amp
- Fender Hot Rod DeVille 212 III 60W 2x12 Tube Guitar Combo Amp
- Gain
- 4
- Bass
- 5.5
- Mid
- 6.5
- Treble
- 7
- Presence
- 6
- Reverb
- 4.5
Different guitar or pedals? Get Read My Mind adapted to your exact rig
These settings were generated for the gear named above. ToneAdapt adapts The Killers's tone to your own guitar, pickups, amp and pedals in seconds.
Frequently asked questions
What amp model should I use on the Boss GX-10 for Read My Mind?
Use the X-Ultra (lead channel) with Drive 6, Master 7, Bass 6.5, Mid 6.5, Treble 7, Presence 5.5, followed by T-Scream, Analog, Digital, Chorus, Spring.
Which pickup should I use for Read My Mind?
Neck pickup, with the guitar's tone at 7-8 and volume at 8-9.
What gear did The Killers use on Read My Mind?
Guitar: Fender American Standard Stratocaster. Amp: Fender Hot Rod DeVille 212 III 60W 2x12 Tube Guitar Combo Amp.
Will these settings work with my guitar?
These settings were adapted for a Fender Telecaster. Different pickups change how much gain and treble you need. ToneAdapt adapts the tone to your exact guitar, pickups, amp and pedals.
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- Hotel California · Eagles
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- Crazy Train · Ozzy Osbourne
- Welcome To The Jungle · Guns N' Roses
- Back in Black · AC/DC
- Stairway to Heaven · Led Zeppelin
- Smells Like Teen Spirit · Nirvana
- Sad But True · Metallica
- Whole Lotta Love · Led Zeppelin
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.