Don't Cry settings for Fender Mustang LT50

Fender Mustang LT50 knobs

Gain

6.5

Bass

5.5

Mid

6.5

Treble

7.5

Reverb

1

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 dynamic picking to achieve the touch-sensitive response characteristic of the original riff.
• Experiment with palm muting for added punch on certain notes.

Fender Mustang LT50 knobs

Gain

8.5

Bass

5.5

Mid

6

Treble

7.5

Reverb

1.5

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (digital) · 2

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in delay set to a moderate level to recreate the spacious feel of the original tone.
• Engage the wah pedal during expressive phrases for added dynamics.
• Focus on clear, expressive bends to achieve the vocal-like quality of the solo.

What preset should I use on the Fender Mustang LT50 for Don't Cry?

Start from the CLASSIC ROCK preset, then set Gain 6.5, Bass 5.5, Mid 6.5, Treble 7.5, Reverb 1.

Which pickup should I use for Don't Cry?

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

What gear did Guns N' Roses use on Don't Cry?

Guitar: Gibson Les Paul Standard (late 1980s, likely 1987-1989, as used by Slash in studio for Use Your Illusion sessions). Amp: Marshall Silver Jubilee 2555 head with Marshall 4x12 cabinet (studio recording, 1990-1991).

Will these settings work with my guitar?

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