Freaking Out the Neighborhood settings for Fender Mustang LT25

Fender Mustang LT25 knobs

Gain

3

Bass

5

Treble

7

Reverb

0.5

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (spring) · 3

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in chorus set to a moderate level for a lush, modulated clean sound.
• Keep the rhythm tight and percussive, emphasizing the attack on the strings.
• Incorporate subtle vibrato movement to enhance the shimmering quality of the tone.

Fender Mustang LT25 knobs

Gain

1.5

Bass

5

Treble

7

Reverb

2

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (spring) · 4

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in chorus set to a moderate level to replicate the swirling modulation effect.
• Set your amp's reverb to a moderate level to add depth and space to the tone.
• Play with a light touch to maintain the dynamic, touch-sensitive response characteristic of the original tone.

What preset should I use on the Fender Mustang LT25 for Freaking Out the Neighborhood?

Start from the FENDER CLEAN preset, then set Gain 3, Bass 5, Treble 7, Reverb 0.5.

Which pickup should I use for Freaking Out the Neighborhood?

Bridge + Middle, with the guitar's tone at 6-7 and volume at 8-9.

What gear did Mac DeMarco use on Freaking Out the Neighborhood?

Guitar: Fender Japanese Stratocaster (likely 1970s/80s reissue, as used by Mac DeMarco on '2'). Amp: Roland JC-120 Jazz Chorus.

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.