Boss ME-90 settings
Dread and the Fugitive Mind (2019 Remaster) settings for Boss ME-90
Megadeth · adapted 2 times on ToneAdapt
To get the Megadeth "Dread and the Fugitive Mind (2019 Remaster)" solo tone on a Boss ME-90, use the Brit Stack (Marshall JCM800) amp model on the lead channel, then set Gain 5.5, Bass 5, Mid 5, Treble 5. Use the bridge pickup with your guitar's tone on 7-8 and volume on 8-9.
Solo settings
Adapted for a Les Paul · updated 2026-09-04
- Amp model
- Brit Stack (Marshall JCM800)
- Channel
- Lead
- Cab
- 4x12 Closed Back
- Pickup
- Bridge pickup
- Guitar knobs
- Tone 7-8 · Volume 8-9
Boss ME-90 knobs
- Gain
- 5.5
- Bass
- 5
- Mid
- 5
- Treble
- 5
Amp block
- Drive
- 8
- Master
- 7
- Bass
- 5
- Mid
- 4
- Treble
- 7
- Presence
- 6
Effects chain
- 1noise gateNoise GateRelease 5 · Threshold 5
- 2overdriveTurbo ODGain 6 · Tone 6 · Level 8
- 3delayDigital (Standard)Mix 3 · Feedback 2
Playing tips
- Focus on aggressive palm muting to maintain tightness in rhythm sections.
- Utilize articulate pick attack for clarity in solo lines.
- Incorporate controlled feedback during sustained notes for added expressiveness.
Riff settings
Adapted for a Les Paul · updated 2026-09-04
- Amp model
- Brit Stack (Marshall JCM800)
- Channel
- Lead
- Cab
- 4x12 closed back
- Pickup
- Bridge pickup
- Guitar knobs
- Tone 7-8 · Volume 8-9
Boss ME-90 knobs
- Gain
- 5
- Bass
- 5
- Mid
- 5
- Treble
- 5
Amp block
- Drive
- 7
- Master
- 7
- Bass
- 5.5
- Mid
- 4
- Treble
- 7
- Presence
- 6
Effects chain
- 1overdriveT-Scream (TS808)Gain 2 · Tone 6 · Level 8
- 2noise gateNoise GateRelease 5 · Threshold 5
- 3distortionMetal DSGain 7 · Tone 6 · Level 8
Playing tips
- Focus on tight palm muting for clarity in the riff.
- Use aggressive pick attack to enhance the punchiness of the tone.
- Maintain a steady rhythm to keep the chugging sound tight and defined.
The original rig
What Megadeth used on the recording, for reference. ToneAdapt translates this to the controls your Boss ME-90 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 amp model should I use on the Boss ME-90 for Dread and the Fugitive Mind (2019 Remaster)?
Use the Brit Stack (Marshall JCM800) (lead channel) with Drive 8, Master 7, Bass 5, Mid 4, Treble 7, Presence 6, followed by Noise Gate, Turbo OD, Digital (Standard).
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.