505 settings for Fender Mustang LT25

Fender Mustang LT25 knobs

Gain

4.5

Bass

6

Treble

6.5

Reverb

1

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (spring) · 4

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in reverb set to a moderate level to recreate the spacious feel of the original tone.
• Pick lightly for a dynamic response to picking, emphasizing the edge-of-breakup character.
• Maintain a consistent strumming pattern to ensure clear note definition.

Fender Mustang LT25 knobs

Gain

1.5

Bass

4

Treble

7

Reverb

5

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (spring) · 7.5

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in delay set to a moderate level to recreate the spacious feel of the original tone.
• Set your amp's reverb to a higher level to achieve that lush, atmospheric quality.
• Experiment with the bridge pickup for a brighter, more cutting tone that fits the ambient solo style.

What preset should I use on the Fender Mustang LT25 for 505?

Start from the BRIT 64 RHYTHM preset, then set Gain 4.5, Bass 6, Treble 6.5, Reverb 1.

Which pickup should I use for 505?

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

What gear did Arctic Monkeys use on 505?

Guitar: Fender Bronco. Amp: Selmer Zodiac (crocodile-skin) and 1960s Magnatone amps (likely blended, but Selmer Zodiac primary for riff).

Will these settings work with my guitar?

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