Beat It settings for Fender Mustang LT25

Fender Mustang LT25 knobs

Gain

8

Volume

7

Master

6

Bass

5

Treble

7

Reverb

0.5

Built-in effects

• Delay on
• Reverb on (Spring) · 0.5

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in delay set to a moderate level to recreate the spacious feel of the original tone.
• Keep your pick attack aggressive to achieve the tight, percussive sound characteristic of the solo.
• Focus on clear articulation of each note during fast legato and tapping passages.

Fender Mustang LT25 knobs

Gain

6.5

Bass

5

Treble

6

Reverb

0.5

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (spring) · 2

Playing tips

• Use tight palm muting for chugging notes to achieve that sharp attack.
• Focus on clear note separation, especially during fast riffing.
• Keep your picking hand steady to maintain control over the aggressive tone.

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

Start from the SUPER ROCK preset, then set Gain 8, Volume 7, Master 6, Bass 5, Treble 7, Reverb 0.5.

Which pickup should I use for Beat It?

Bridge pickup, with the guitar's tone at 10 and volume at 8-10.

What gear did Michael Jackson use on Beat It?

Guitar: Charvel 'Frankie' Strat-style (Eddie Van Halen's custom guitar, likely with Floyd Rose tremolo). Amp: Marshall 1959 Super Lead 100W (Jose Arredondo modded, with Variac).

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.