Nothing Else Matters settings for Boss Katana

Boss Katana knobs

Gain

6.5

Bass

5

Mid

6.5

Treble

7

Presence

6

Reverb

0.5

Solo

5

Contour

1

Power control

3

Cabinet resonance

2

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (spring) · 4

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in reverb set to a moderate level to recreate the spacious feel of the original tone.
• Engage the solo boost to lift your volume during the lead section.
• Maintain a smooth picking technique to achieve the singing sustain characteristic of the original solo.

Boss Katana knobs

Gain

1.5

Bass

5

Mid

4

Treble

6

Presence

4

Reverb

1.5

Solo

0

Contour

0

Power control

3

Cabinet resonance

1

Built-in effects

• Reverb off

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in chorus set to a moderate level to recreate the subtle modulation of the original tone.
• Engage the reverb to add depth and space to your clean riff.
• Ensure your fingerpicking technique is articulate to capture the nuances of the riff.

What are the best Boss Katana settings for Nothing Else Matters?

Set Gain 6.5, Bass 5, Mid 6.5, Treble 7, Presence 6, Reverb 0.5.

Which pickup should I use for Nothing Else Matters?

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

What gear did Metallica use on Nothing Else Matters?

Guitar: ESP KH-2 (Kirk Hammett Signature, 1991 era). Amp: Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+ (studio recording, 1991).

Will these settings work with my guitar?

These settings were adapted for a Ibanez RGA42FM. Different pickups change how much gain and treble you need. ToneAdapt adapts the tone to your exact guitar, pickups, amp and pedals.