Nothing Else Matters settings for Fender Mustang LT50

Fender Mustang LT50 knobs

Gain

1.5

Bass

4

Mid

5

Treble

6

Reverb

1.5

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (spring) · 4.5

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in chorus set to a low level for subtle modulation.
• Set reverb to a moderate level to recreate the spacious feel of the original tone.
• Play with a smooth touch to maintain the warm, round character of the clean tone.

Fender Mustang LT50 knobs

Gain

6.5

Bass

5.5

Mid

6.5

Treble

7.5

Reverb

0.5

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (spring) · 4

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, melodic phrasing to match the singing sustain of the original solo.
• Utilize finger vibrato to enhance the expressiveness of your notes.

What preset should I use on the Fender Mustang LT50 for Nothing Else Matters?

Start from the FENDER CLEAN preset, then set Gain 1.5, Bass 4, Mid 5, Treble 6, Reverb 1.5.

Which pickup should I use for Nothing Else Matters?

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

What gear did Metallica use on Nothing Else Matters?

Guitar: ESP KH-2 (Kirk Hammett Signature, 1991 era). Amp: Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+ (studio recording, 1991).

Will these settings work with my guitar?

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