Boss Katana settings
Comfortably Numb (Live at Pompeii 2016) settings for Boss Katana
David Gilmour · adapted 3 times on ToneAdapt
To get the David Gilmour "Comfortably Numb (Live at Pompeii 2016)" solo tone on a Boss Katana, set Gain 6, Bass 6, Mid 7, Treble 7, Presence 6, Reverb 3. Use the neck pickup with your guitar's tone on 6-7 and volume on 8-9.
Solo settings
Adapted for a Fender Player Telecaster · updated 2026-07-03
- Pickup
- Neck pickup
- Guitar knobs
- Tone 6-7 · Volume 8-9
Boss Katana knobs
- Gain
- 6
- Bass
- 6
- Mid
- 7
- Treble
- 7
- Presence
- 6
- Reverb
- 3
- Solo
- 6
- Contour
- 2
- Power control
- 3
- Cabinet resonance
- 2
Built-in effects
- Reverb on (plate) · 2
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 solo boost to elevate your volume during the solo for better clarity and presence.
- Experiment with the contour control to shape the midrange to your liking, aiming for a fuller sound.
The original rig
What David Gilmour used on the recording, for reference. ToneAdapt translates this to the controls your Boss Katana actually has.
- Guitar
- Fender Custom Shop David Gilmour Signature Stratocaster (Black Strat)
- Amp
- Hiwatt DR504 Custom 50 Head with WEM 4x12 cabinet (Live at Pompeii 2016)
- Gain
- 6
- Bass
- 6.5
- Mid
- 7.5
- Treble
- 7
- Presence
- 6
- Reverb
- 3
Different guitar or pedals? Get Comfortably Numb (Live at Pompeii 2016) adapted to your exact rig
These settings were generated for the gear named above. ToneAdapt adapts David Gilmour's tone to your own guitar, pickups, amp and pedals in seconds.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best Boss Katana settings for Comfortably Numb (Live at Pompeii 2016)?
Set Gain 6, Bass 6, Mid 7, Treble 7, Presence 6, Reverb 3.
Which pickup should I use for Comfortably Numb (Live at Pompeii 2016)?
Neck pickup, with the guitar's tone at 6-7 and volume at 8-9.
What gear did David Gilmour use on Comfortably Numb (Live at Pompeii 2016)?
Guitar: Fender Custom Shop David Gilmour Signature Stratocaster (Black Strat). Amp: Hiwatt DR504 Custom 50 Head with WEM 4x12 cabinet (Live at Pompeii 2016).
Will these settings work with my guitar?
These settings were adapted for a Fender Player 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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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.