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Fender Mustang LT25 settings

Stockholm Syndrome settings for Fender Mustang LT25

Muse · adapted 3 times on ToneAdapt

To get the Muse "Stockholm Syndrome" riff tone on a Fender Mustang LT25, select the METAL LEAD preset, then set Gain 8.5, Bass 5, Treble 7, Reverb 0. Use the bridge pickup with your guitar's tone on 10 and volume on 10.

Riff settings

Adapted for a Fender Telecaster · updated 2026-07-07

Preset / mode
METAL LEAD
Pickup
Bridge pickup
Guitar knobs
Tone 10 · Volume 10

Fender Mustang LT25 knobs

Gain
8.5
Bass
5
Treble
7
Reverb
0

Playing tips

  • Focus on tight palm muting for chugging notes.
  • Use a staccato picking technique to enhance note separation.
  • Keep your picking hand close to the bridge for a sharper attack.

Solo settings

Adapted for a Squier Stratocaster · updated 2026-08-24

Preset / mode
METAL LEAD
Pickup
Bridge pickup
Guitar knobs
Tone 8 · Volume 8-9

Fender Mustang LT25 knobs

Gain
8.5
Bass
5
Treble
6
Reverb
0.5

Built-in effects

  • Reverb on (digital) · 2

Playing tips

  • Use the amp's built-in chorus set to moderate for a swirling effect that mimics the original phaser.
  • Keep your volume high to maintain sustain and clarity during the solo.
  • Focus on tight picking to achieve the aggressive attack characteristic of the original tone.

The original rig

What Muse used on the recording, for reference. ToneAdapt translates this to the controls your Fender Mustang LT25 actually has.

Guitar
Manson MB-1
Amp
Diezel VH4
Gain
8.5
Bass
6
Mid
7
Treble
7
Presence
6.5
Reverb
0
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Frequently asked questions

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

Start from the METAL LEAD preset, then set Gain 8.5, Bass 5, Treble 7, Reverb 0.

Which pickup should I use for Stockholm Syndrome?

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

What gear did Muse use on Stockholm Syndrome?

Guitar: Manson MB-1. Amp: Diezel VH4.

Will these settings work with my guitar?

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

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