1979 settings for Fender Mustang 2

Fender Mustang 2 knobs

Gain

4

Bass

5

Treble

6

Reverb

1.5

Mod select

1

Dly rev select

1

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (spring) · 2

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in chorus set to a moderate level to add subtle shimmer and width to your clean tone.
• Engage the reverb to create a spacious feel, enhancing the clean riff's elegance.
• Consider using a compression pedal to smooth out dynamics and add sustain to your clean tone.

What preset should I use on the Fender Mustang 2 for 1979?

Start from the '65 Twin Reverb preset, then set Gain 4, Bass 5, Treble 6, Reverb 1.5, Mod select 1, Dly rev select 1.

Which pickup should I use for 1979?

Neck + Middle, with the guitar's tone at 7-8 and volume at 8-9.

What gear did The Smashing Pumpkins use on 1979?

Guitar: Fender Stratocaster (likely 1970s or early 80s, as used by Billy Corgan in studio). Amp: Marshall JCM800 (modded with KT88 tubes, as used on Mellon Collie sessions).

Will these settings work with my guitar?

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