Carry On Wayward Son settings for Fender Mustang LT25

Fender Mustang LT25 knobs

Gain

5.5

Bass

5

Treble

7

Playing tips

• Use a dynamic pick attack to emphasize the percussive rhythm.
• Focus on clear note separation while playing the riff.
• Maintain a tight palm muting technique for added articulation.

Fender Mustang LT25 knobs

Gain

6

Bass

5

Treble

6

Reverb

1.5

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.
• Focus on smooth legato playing to achieve the vocal-like quality of the solo.
• Experiment with touch-sensitive dynamics; play softly for a cleaner tone and harder for more breakup.

What preset should I use on the Fender Mustang LT25 for Carry On Wayward Son?

Start from the CLASSIC ROCK preset, then set Gain 5.5, Bass 5, Treble 7.

Which pickup should I use for Carry On Wayward Son?

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

What gear did Kansas use on Carry On Wayward Son?

Guitar: Fender Stratocaster (likely 1970s, tobacco sunburst, as seen in period video and photos). Amp: Marshall non-master volume 4-input head (likely Super Lead or JMP, 1970s era).

Will these settings work with my guitar?

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