Teenage Dirtbag settings for Fender Mustang III

Fender Mustang III knobs

Gain

7

Bass

5

Mid

6

Treble

7

Reverb

0.5

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (Room) · 0.5

Playing tips

• Use a percussive strumming technique to capture the tight rhythm.
• Focus on maintaining a bright attack to highlight the jangly tone.
• Keep the mix dry with minimal reverb to replicate the original acoustic sound.

Fender Mustang III knobs

Gain

6

Bass

5

Mid

6

Treble

6

Reverb

0.5

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (Room) · 0.5

Playing tips

• Use a percussive strumming technique to capture the crunchy attack of the riff.
• Experiment with palm muting on certain notes to enhance the tightness of the sound.
• Consider using the amp's built-in reverb to add some depth to the tone.

What preset should I use on the Fender Mustang III for Teenage Dirtbag?

Start from the British '70s preset, then set Gain 7, Bass 5, Mid 6, Treble 7, Reverb 0.5.

Which pickup should I use for Teenage Dirtbag?

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

What gear did Wheatus use on Teenage Dirtbag?

Guitar: Ovation Celebrity Electro-Acoustic (likely CC257 or similar, as used by Brendan B. Brown in studio). Amp: SansAmp PSA-1 (rackmount preamp, direct to board).

Will these settings work with my guitar?

Different pickups change how much gain and treble you need. ToneAdapt adapts the tone to your exact guitar, pickups, amp and pedals.