It's a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock 'N' Roll) settings for Fractal Audio FM9

Amp block

Drive

6

Master

7

Bass

5.5

Mid

6.5

Treble

7

Presence

6

Effects chain

1. 1overdriveT808Gain 4 · Tone 5 · Level 7
2. 2reverbLondon PlateMix 3 · Decay 4
3. 3noise gateNoise GateRelease 5 · Threshold 4

Playing tips

• Use aggressive picking to enhance the bite and articulation of the notes.
• Focus on palm muting for a tighter sound during the more rhythmic parts of the solo.
• Experiment with slight bends on the higher notes to add expressiveness.

Amp block

Drive

6

Master

7

Bass

6

Mid

7

Treble

7

Presence

6

Effects chain

1. 1overdriveT808Gain 3 · Tone 5 · Level 7
2. 2reverbLondon PlateMix 3 · Decay 4

Playing tips

• Focus on a tight, aggressive picking style to capture the punchy rhythm.
• Use palm muting for a more controlled attack on the lower strings.
• Maintain a steady strumming pattern to keep the riff tight and driving.

What amp model should I use on the Fractal Audio FM9 for It's a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock 'N' Roll)?

Use the Plexi 100W High (Marshall Super Lead) (crunch channel) with Drive 6, Master 7, Bass 5.5, Mid 6.5, Treble 7, Presence 6, followed by T808, London Plate, Noise Gate.

Which pickup should I use for It's a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock 'N' Roll)?

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

What gear did AC/DC use on It's a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock 'N' Roll)?

Guitar: Gibson SG Standard (early 1970s, likely 1970-1971 model). Amp: Marshall Super Lead 1959 100-watt head (Plexi, late 60s/early 70s, with 4x12 cabinet, likely Celestion G12M Greenbacks).

Will these settings work with my guitar?

Different pickups change how much gain and treble you need. ToneAdapt adapts the tone to your exact guitar, pickups, amp and pedals.