Sad But True settings for Boss GX-10

Boss GX-10 knobs

Gain

6.5

Bass

5

Mid

5

Treble

5

Amp block

Drive

8

Master

7

Bass

4

Mid

2

Treble

6

Presence

5

Original drive

8

Effects chain

1. 1distortionMetalGain 8 · Tone 6 · Level 7
2. 2noise gateNoise SuppressorRelease 5 · Threshold 5
3. 3overdriveBoosterGain 3 · Tone 5 · Level 8
4. 4compressionCompLevel 6 · Ratio 4 · Attack 5 · Release 5 · Threshold 4
5. 5eqParametric EQEQ3 gain 6 · EQ4 gain 6

Playing tips

• Focus on tight palm muting to achieve the percussive rhythm characteristic of the original tone.
• Use aggressive picking to enhance the attack and articulation of the notes.
• Layer multiple tracks if possible to create a thicker sound, similar to the studio recording.

Boss GX-10 knobs

Gain

6.5

Bass

5

Mid

5

Treble

5

Amp block

Drive

8

Master

7

Bass

4

Mid

2

Treble

6

Presence

4

Effects chain

1. 1eqParametric EQGain 1 6 · Gain 3 4
2. 2compressionCompLevel 7 · Sustain 6
3. 3distortionMetalGain 8 · Tone 6 · Level 7
4. 4noise gateNoise SuppressorThreshold 5

Playing tips

• Use aggressive palm muting to achieve tight, percussive notes.
• Focus on smooth legato playing for sustained notes in the solo.
• Experiment with vibrato to add expressiveness to the sustained notes.

What amp model should I use on the Boss GX-10 for Sad But True?

Use the X-Titan (lead channel) with Drive 8, Master 7, Bass 4, Mid 2, Treble 6, Presence 5, followed by Metal, Noise Suppressor, Booster, Comp, Parametric EQ.

Which pickup should I use for Sad But True?

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

What gear did Metallica use on Sad But True?

Guitar: ESP MX-220 (black finish). Amp: Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC++.

Will these settings work with my guitar?

These settings were adapted for a PRS SE Custom 24. Different pickups change how much gain and treble you need. ToneAdapt adapts the tone to your exact guitar, pickups, amp and pedals.