Lithium settings for Fender Mustang 2

Fender Mustang 2 knobs

Gain

7

Bass

6

Treble

5

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 reverb set to a moderate level to recreate the spacious feel of the original tone.
• Play with a slightly aggressive attack to emphasize the punchy, saturated sound of the riff.
• Consider using palm muting for added thump and to enhance the darker sound characteristic.

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

Start from the '59 Bassman preset, then set Gain 7, Bass 6, Treble 5, Reverb 1.5, Mod select 1, Dly rev select 1.

Which pickup should I use for Lithium?

Bridge pickup, with the guitar's tone at 7-8 and volume at 8-9.

What gear did Nirvana use on Lithium?

Guitar: Fender Japanese Stratocaster (likely 1989-1991, black, with Seymour Duncan Hot Rails in bridge). Amp: Fender Bassman (studio recording, Nevermind sessions).

Will these settings work with my guitar?

These settings were adapted for a Jackson JS Series Dinky Arch Top JS32Q DKA. Different pickups change how much gain and treble you need. ToneAdapt adapts the tone to your exact guitar, pickups, amp and pedals.