Boss Katana settings
Dread and the Fugitive Mind (2019 Remaster) settings for Boss Katana
Megadeth · adapted 2 times on ToneAdapt
To get the Megadeth "Dread and the Fugitive Mind (2019 Remaster)" riff tone on a Boss Katana, set Gain 7, Bass 5, Mid 4, Treble 7, Presence 6, Reverb 0.5. Use the bridge pickup with your guitar's tone on 7-8 and volume on 8-9.
Riff settings
Adapted for a Les Paul · updated 2026-09-02
- Pickup
- Bridge pickup
- Guitar knobs
- Tone 7-8 · Volume 8-9
Boss Katana knobs
- Gain
- 7
- Bass
- 5
- Mid
- 4
- Treble
- 7
- Presence
- 6
- Reverb
- 0.5
- Solo
- 0
- Contour
- 1
- Power control
- 3
- Cabinet resonance
- 2
Playing tips
- Use tight palm muting for chugs to maintain clarity.
- Aggressive pick attack will help achieve the punchy sound.
- Keep the amp's built-in reverb low for a dry tone.
Solo settings
Adapted for a Les Paul · updated 2026-09-02
- Pickup
- Bridge pickup
- Guitar knobs
- Tone 7-8 · Volume 8-9
Boss Katana knobs
- Gain
- 7.5
- Bass
- 5.5
- Mid
- 4
- Treble
- 7
- Presence
- 6
- Reverb
- 0
- Solo
- 6
- Contour
- 0
- Power control
- 3
- Cabinet resonance
- 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 lift your volume during the solo for better presence.
- Keep your palm muting technique tight to maintain clarity in the high-gain section.
The original rig
What Megadeth used on the recording, for reference. ToneAdapt translates this to the controls your Boss Katana actually has.
- Guitar
- Jackson KV1 (Dave Mustaine signature, 1999-2001 era, likely used on studio recording)
- Amp
- Marshall JCM800 2203 (likely with rackmount EQ and possible boost/overdrive in front, as per era and Megadeth studio practices)
- Gain
- 7.5
- Bass
- 5.5
- Mid
- 4
- Treble
- 7
- Presence
- 6
- Reverb
- 1
Different guitar or pedals? Get Dread and the Fugitive Mind (2019 Remaster) adapted to your exact rig
These settings were generated for the gear named above. ToneAdapt adapts Megadeth's tone to your own guitar, pickups, amp and pedals in seconds.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best Boss Katana settings for Dread and the Fugitive Mind (2019 Remaster)?
Set Gain 7, Bass 5, Mid 4, Treble 7, Presence 6, Reverb 0.5.
Which pickup should I use for Dread and the Fugitive Mind (2019 Remaster)?
Bridge pickup, with the guitar's tone at 7-8 and volume at 8-9.
What gear did Megadeth use on Dread and the Fugitive Mind (2019 Remaster)?
Guitar: Jackson KV1 (Dave Mustaine signature, 1999-2001 era, likely used on studio recording). Amp: Marshall JCM800 2203 (likely with rackmount EQ and possible boost/overdrive in front, as per era and Megadeth studio practices).
Will these settings work with my guitar?
These settings were adapted for a Les Paul. 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.