Fender Rumble 15 settings
Chop Suey! settings for Fender Rumble 15
System Of A Down · adapted 15 times on ToneAdapt
To get the System Of A Down "Chop Suey!" distorted tone on a Fender Rumble 15, set Gain 6.5, Bass 7, Mid 6, Treble 6. Use the both firebird mini-humbuckers pickup.
Distorted settings
updated 2026-10-15
- Pickup
- Both Firebird mini-humbuckers
Fender Rumble 15 knobs
- Gain
- 6.5
- Bass
- 7
- Mid
- 6
- Treble
- 6
Playing tips
- Use a pick to achieve a clanky attack that enhances the overdriven sound.
- Experiment with the bass setting to find the right balance of low-end punch without overwhelming the mix.
- Dial in the midrange to cut through the mix while maintaining warmth.
Clean settings
Adapted for a Squier Precision Bass · updated 2026-11-12
- Pickup
- P pickup (split-coil, only pickup position)
Fender Rumble 15 knobs
- Gain
- 0
- Bass
- 6
- Mid
- 6.5
- Treble
- 6
Playing tips
- Use a pick to emphasize the attack and clarity of notes.
- Experiment with your finger placement near the bridge for a tighter sound.
- Keep your right hand relaxed to maintain consistent dynamics.
The original rig
What System Of A Down used on the recording, for reference. ToneAdapt translates this to the controls your Fender Rumble 15 actually has.
- Bass
- Ibanez Iceman (early 2000s, as seen in official music video and cited for Toxicity album era)
- Amp
- Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier (studio, Toxicity era; most-cited amp for album and heavy riff sections)
- Gain
- 8.5
- Bass
- 6.5
- Mid
- 4
- Treble
- 6.5
- Presence
- 7
- Reverb
- 0
Different bass or pedals? Get Chop Suey! adapted to your exact rig
These settings were generated for the gear named above. ToneAdapt adapts System Of A Down's tone to your own bass, pickups, amp and pedals in seconds.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best Fender Rumble 15 settings for Chop Suey!?
Set Gain 6.5, Bass 7, Mid 6, Treble 6.
Which pickup should I use for Chop Suey!?
Both Firebird mini-humbuckers.
What gear did System Of A Down use on Chop Suey!?
Bass: Ibanez Iceman (early 2000s, as seen in official music video and cited for Toxicity album era). Amp: Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier (studio, Toxicity era; most-cited amp for album and heavy riff sections).
Will these settings work with my bass?
Different pickups change how much gain and treble you need. ToneAdapt adapts the tone to your exact bass, pickups, amp and pedals.
Popular songs on the Fender Rumble 15
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Settings are generated by ToneAdapt's tone adaptation for the gear named on this page and are a starting point — every amp, guitar and room is a little different.