Moonlight on the River settings for Fender Mustang LT25

Fender Mustang LT25 knobs

Gain

1.5

Bass

6

Treble

6

Reverb

5

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (spring) · 7.5

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in chorus to create a lush, modulated clean tone.
• Set the delay to a moderate level to replicate the ambient, washy delay trails.
• Adjust the reverb to enhance the pronounced spring reverb depth characteristic of the original tone.

Fender Mustang LT25 knobs

Gain

4

Bass

5.5

Treble

6

Reverb

5

Built-in effects

• Reverb on

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in chorus set to a moderate level to recreate the lush modulation textures.
• Engage the amp's built-in delay for tape-style repeats to enhance the atmospheric quality of the solo.
• Set the reverb to a higher level for an ambient, washy sound that complements the dreamy tone.

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

Start from the FENDER CLEAN preset, then set Gain 1.5, Bass 6, Treble 6, Reverb 5.

Which pickup should I use for Moonlight on the River?

Neck pickup, with the guitar's tone at 6-7 and volume at 7-8.

What gear did Mac DeMarco use on Moonlight on the River?

Guitar: Fender Stratocaster (likely Japanese Squier or Fender, as used by Mac DeMarco in this era). Amp: Fender '65 Deluxe Reverb Reissue 1x12 Combo Amplifier.

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.