Shine settings for Fender Mustang LT50

Fender Mustang LT50 knobs

Gain

7

Bass

5

Mid

6

Treble

6

Reverb

0.5

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (spring) · 2

Playing tips

• Experiment with aggressive picking near the bridge for clarity and attack.
• Use your amp's built-in reverb set to a moderate level to add depth to the solo.
• Maintain a consistent picking attack to achieve the crisp articulation characteristic of the original tone.

Fender Mustang LT50 knobs

Gain

6

Bass

5

Mid

4

Treble

6

Reverb

0

Playing tips

• Use a strong pick attack to emphasize the percussive nature of the riff.
• Keep your picking hand relaxed for dynamic response while maintaining clarity.
• Experiment with palm muting on the lower strings for added chunkiness.

What preset should I use on the Fender Mustang LT50 for Shine?

Start from the METAL LEAD preset, then set Gain 7, Bass 5, Mid 6, Treble 6, Reverb 0.5.

Which pickup should I use for Shine?

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

What gear did Collective Soul use on Shine?

Guitar: Rickenbacker (exact model unknown, likely 360 or 330 based on era and sound). Amp: Fender Twin Reverb (likely silverface, studio recording).

Will these settings work with my guitar?

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