The Thrill is Gone settings for Fender Tone Master Pro

Amp block

Drive

2

Master

7

Bass

6

Mid

6

Treble

6

Presence

5

Original drive

2

Effects chain

1. 1overdriveGreenbox 8 (Ibanez TS808 Tube Screamer)Gain 2 · Tone 5 · Level 7
2. 2compressionDynamic Compressor (MXR Dyna Comp)Level 5 · Sustain 6
3. 3reverb'65 Spring Reverb (Fender black-panel amp reverb)Mix 4 · Decay 5

Playing tips

• Use a heavy pick for a percussive attack.
• Focus on quick, articulate phrasing to emulate B.B. King's style.
• Experiment with finger vibrato to add expressiveness to notes.

What amp model should I use on the Fender Tone Master Pro for The Thrill is Gone?

Use the Fender '65 Deluxe Reverb (clean channel) with Drive 2, Master 7, Bass 6, Mid 6, Treble 6, Presence 5, followed by Greenbox 8 (Ibanez TS808 Tube Screamer), Dynamic Compressor (MXR Dyna Comp), '65 Spring Reverb (Fender black-panel amp reverb).

Which pickup should I use for The Thrill is Gone?

Bridge + Middle, with the guitar's tone at 10 and volume at 8-9.

What gear did B.B. King use on The Thrill is Gone?

Guitar: mid-1960s Gibson ES-355TD-SV. Amp: Gibson Lab Series L-5 solid state combo.

Will these settings work with my guitar?

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