Boss Katana Mini-X settings
In the End settings for Boss Katana Mini-X
LINKIN PARK · adapted 2 times on ToneAdapt
To get the LINKIN PARK "In the End" riff tone on a Boss Katana Mini-X, set Gain 8, Volume 5, Bass 5, Mid 4, Treble 7, Reverb 0.5. Use the bridge pickup with your guitar's tone on 8-9 and volume on 10.
Riff settings
Adapted for a Epiphone Les Paul Classic · updated 2026-04-17
- Pickup
- Bridge pickup
- Guitar knobs
- Tone 8-9 · Volume 10
Boss Katana Mini-X knobs
- Gain
- 8
- Volume
- 5
- Bass
- 5
- Mid
- 4
- Treble
- 7
- Reverb
- 0.5
- Mod fx
- 0
- Rev dly
- 0
- Variation
- 0
Built-in effects
- Reverb off
Playing tips
- Use palm muting for tight, percussive chugs.
- Keep your picking hand close to the bridge for a sharper attack.
- Utilize the amp's built-in reverb at a low level for slight ambiance.
Solo settings
Adapted for a Epiphone Les Paul Classic · updated 2026-04-17
- Pickup
- Bridge pickup
- Guitar knobs
- Tone 7-8 · Volume 8-9
Boss Katana Mini-X knobs
- Gain
- 7.5
- Volume
- 5
- Bass
- 5
- Mid
- 5
- Treble
- 7
- Reverb
- 0.5
- Mod fx
- 0
- Rev dly
- 0
- Variation
- 0
Playing tips
- Use your amp's built-in delay set to a moderate level to recreate the spacious feel of the original tone.
- Engage the reverb to add ambience and sustain to your solo.
- Focus on smooth, controlled picking to achieve the singing sustain characteristic of the original tone.
The original rig
What LINKIN PARK used on the recording, for reference. ToneAdapt translates this to the controls your Boss Katana Mini-X actually has.
- Guitar
- PRS Custom 24 (Mike Shinoda's main studio guitar for Hybrid Theory era)
- Amp
- Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier (studio recording, Hybrid Theory era)
- Gain
- 8
- Bass
- 5.5
- Mid
- 4.5
- Treble
- 7
- Presence
- 6
- Reverb
- 1
Different guitar or pedals? Get In the End adapted to your exact rig
These settings were generated for the gear named above. ToneAdapt adapts LINKIN PARK's tone to your own guitar, pickups, amp and pedals in seconds.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best Boss Katana Mini-X settings for In the End?
Set Gain 8, Volume 5, Bass 5, Mid 4, Treble 7, Reverb 0.5.
Which pickup should I use for In the End?
Bridge pickup, with the guitar's tone at 8-9 and volume at 10.
What gear did LINKIN PARK use on In the End?
Guitar: PRS Custom 24 (Mike Shinoda's main studio guitar for Hybrid Theory era). Amp: Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier (studio recording, Hybrid Theory era).
Will these settings work with my guitar?
These settings were adapted for a Epiphone Les Paul Classic. Different pickups change how much gain and treble you need. ToneAdapt adapts the tone to your exact guitar, pickups, amp and pedals.
In the End on other amps
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- Iron Man · Black Sabbath
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- Wonderwall · Oasis
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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.