Ibanez IBZ10G V2 settings
Johnny B. Goode settings for Ibanez IBZ10G V2
Chuck Berry · adapted 2 times on ToneAdapt
To get the Chuck Berry "Johnny B. Goode" solo tone on a Ibanez IBZ10G V2, set Gain 1.5, Bass 4, Treble 6. Use the neck pickup with your guitar's tone on 7-8 and volume on 8-9.
Solo settings
Adapted for a Ibanez GIO GRG220PA1BKB · updated 2026-08-25
- Pickup
- Neck pickup
- Guitar knobs
- Tone 7-8 · Volume 8-9
Ibanez IBZ10G V2 knobs
- Gain
- 1.5
- Bass
- 4
- Treble
- 6
Playing tips
- Focus on touch dynamics to achieve clarity and articulation.
- Use double-stops to emphasize the melodic lines.
- Dig in with your picking hand for slight breakup when needed.
Riff settings
Adapted for a Ibanez GIO GRG220PA1BKB · updated 2026-08-25
- Pickup
- Bridge pickup
- Guitar knobs
- Tone 7 · Volume 8-9
Ibanez IBZ10G V2 knobs
- Gain
- 2
- Bass
- 4
- Treble
- 6
Playing tips
- Focus on a percussive attack for that classic rock and roll feel.
- Use dynamic picking to enhance the twangy sound.
- Experiment with palm muting for added punch on certain notes.
The original rig
What Chuck Berry used on the recording, for reference. ToneAdapt translates this to the controls your Ibanez IBZ10G V2 actually has.
- Guitar
- Gibson ES-350T
- Amp
- Fender Tweed amp (likely Bassman, Pro, or Deluxe)
- Gain
- 2
- Bass
- 4
- Mid
- 6
- Treble
- 7.5
- Presence
- 5.5
- Reverb
- 0
Different guitar or pedals? Get Johnny B. Goode adapted to your exact rig
These settings were generated for the gear named above. ToneAdapt adapts Chuck Berry's tone to your own guitar, pickups, amp and pedals in seconds.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best Ibanez IBZ10G V2 settings for Johnny B. Goode?
Set Gain 1.5, Bass 4, Treble 6.
Which pickup should I use for Johnny B. Goode?
Neck pickup, with the guitar's tone at 7-8 and volume at 8-9.
What gear did Chuck Berry use on Johnny B. Goode?
Guitar: Gibson ES-350T. Amp: Fender Tweed amp (likely Bassman, Pro, or Deluxe).
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.
Johnny B. Goode on other amps
Popular songs on the Ibanez IBZ10G V2
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- Iron Man · Black Sabbath
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- Welcome to the Jungle · Guns N' Roses
- Sultans of Swing · Dire Straits
- Hotel California · Eagles
- Black Dog · Led Zeppelin
- Black Hole Sun · Soundgarden
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.