Nutshell settings for Fender Mustang I (V.2)

Fender Mustang I (V.2) knobs

Gain

5.5

Bass

5

Treble

6

Reverb

1.5

Tap

0

Built-in effects

• Reverb off

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in reverb set to a moderate level to recreate the spacious feel of the original tone.
• Focus on smooth, expressive phrasing to capture the vocal-like quality of the solo.
• Experiment with dynamics by varying your picking strength to enhance touch-sensitive response.

Fender Mustang I (V.2) knobs

Gain

1.5

Bass

5

Treble

6

Reverb

4

Modulation

0

Delay reverb

0

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (room) · 3.5

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 soft attack to maintain the intimate, organic sound characteristic of the original riff.
• Focus on fingerstyle dynamics to achieve the clear and articulate sound of the original recording.

What preset should I use on the Fender Mustang I (V.2) for Nutshell?

Start from the BRIT 64 RHYTHM preset, then set Gain 5.5, Bass 5, Treble 6, Reverb 1.5, Tap 0.

Which pickup should I use for Nutshell?

Neck pickup, with the guitar's tone at 6-7 and volume at 8-9.

What gear did Alice In Chains use on Nutshell?

Guitar: Guild JF-55 acoustic. Amp: Likely direct-in or acoustic preamp (studio); no evidence of electric amp used for studio recording.

Will these settings work with my guitar?

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