The Trooper (2015 Remaster) settings for Boss Katana 50 Gen 3

Boss Katana 50 Gen 3 knobs

Gain

7

Bass

5

Mid

7

Treble

7

Reverb

0

Fx

0

Bst

0

Variation

0

Power control

2

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in reverb set to a low level to recreate the slight ambience of the original tone.
• Engage the Lead mode on your amp for high-gain tones that match the aggressive crunch of the original.
• Keep your palm muting tight to achieve the percussive rhythm characteristic of the riff.

Boss Katana 50 Gen 3 knobs

Gain

7

Bass

5

Mid

6

Treble

7

Reverb

0

Contour

1

Gain control

7

Master volume

7

Power control

3

Volume control

8

Variation button

0

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (spring) · 2

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in reverb set to a moderate level to recreate the spacious feel of the original tone.
• Focus on fluid legato runs to capture the essence of the solo.
• Ensure a tight picking attack to maintain articulation in your notes.

What are the best Boss Katana 50 Gen 3 settings for The Trooper (2015 Remaster)?

Set Gain 7, Bass 5, Mid 7, Treble 7, Reverb 0, Fx 0.

Which pickup should I use for The Trooper (2015 Remaster)?

Bridge pickup, with the guitar's tone at 7-8 and volume at 8-9.

What gear did Iron Maiden use on The Trooper (2015 Remaster)?

Guitar: Fender Stratocaster (Adrian Smith, Dave Murray) with DiMarzio Super Distortion bridge pickup (Smith), stock single coils (Murray). Amp: Marshall JMP 2204 (Adrian Smith), Marshall 1959 Super Lead Plexi (Dave Murray).

Will these settings work with my guitar?

These settings were adapted for a Jackson JS Series Dinky Arch Top JS22 DKA. Different pickups change how much gain and treble you need. ToneAdapt adapts the tone to your exact guitar, pickups, amp and pedals.