Ibanez IBZ10G V2 settings
It's a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock 'N' Roll) settings for Ibanez IBZ10G V2
AC/DC · adapted 2 times on ToneAdapt
To get the AC/DC "It's a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock 'N' Roll)" solo tone on a Ibanez IBZ10G V2, set Gain 6, Bass 5, Treble 7. Use the bridge pickup with your guitar's tone on 7 and volume on 8-9.
Solo settings
Adapted for a Ibanez GIO GRG220PA1BKB · updated 2026-08-20
- Pickup
- Bridge pickup
- Guitar knobs
- Tone 7 · Volume 8-9
Ibanez IBZ10G V2 knobs
- Gain
- 6
- Bass
- 5
- Treble
- 7
Playing tips
- Use a strong picking attack for aggressive articulation.
- Incorporate bends and slides to enhance expressiveness.
- Maintain a steady rhythm to keep the crunch tone consistent.
Riff settings
Adapted for a Ibanez GIO GRG220PA1BKB · updated 2026-08-20
- Pickup
- Bridge pickup
- Guitar knobs
- Tone 7-8 · Volume 8-9
Ibanez IBZ10G V2 knobs
- Gain
- 6
- Bass
- 5
- Treble
- 7
Playing tips
- Use a strong, aggressive picking attack to capture the rawness of the riff.
- Focus on palm muting for tighter rhythms and to accentuate the crunch.
- Experiment with dynamics; dig in harder for more aggressive sections.
The original rig
What AC/DC used on the recording, for reference. ToneAdapt translates this to the controls your Ibanez IBZ10G V2 actually has.
- 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)
- Gain
- 6
- Bass
- 6
- Mid
- 7
- Treble
- 7
- Presence
- 6
- Reverb
- 0
Different guitar or pedals? Get It's a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock 'N' Roll) adapted to your exact rig
These settings were generated for the gear named above. ToneAdapt adapts AC/DC's tone to your own guitar, pickups, amp and pedals in seconds.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best Ibanez IBZ10G V2 settings for It's a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock 'N' Roll)?
Set Gain 6, Bass 5, Treble 7.
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 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?
These settings were adapted for a Ibanez GIO GRG220PA1BKB. Different pickups change how much gain and treble you need. ToneAdapt adapts the tone to your exact guitar, pickups, amp and pedals.
It's a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock 'N' Roll) on other amps
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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.