Ibanez IBZ10G V2 settings
The Number of the Beast (2015 Remaster) settings for Ibanez IBZ10G V2
Iron Maiden · adapted 2 times on ToneAdapt
To get the Iron Maiden "The Number of the Beast (2015 Remaster)" riff tone on a Ibanez IBZ10G V2, set Gain 7, Bass 5, Treble 7. Use the bridge pickup with your guitar's tone on 7-8 and volume on 8-9.
Riff settings
Adapted for a Ibanez GIO GRG220PA1BKB · updated 2026-08-26
- Pickup
- Bridge pickup
- Guitar knobs
- Tone 7-8 · Volume 8-9
Ibanez IBZ10G V2 knobs
- Gain
- 7
- Bass
- 5
- Treble
- 7
Built-in effects
- Reverb off
Playing tips
- Focus on tight palm muting for chugging riffs.
- Use alternate picking for clarity in fast passages.
- Emphasize dynamics by varying your picking strength.
Solo settings
Adapted for a Ibanez GIO GRG220PA1BKB · updated 2026-08-26
- Pickup
- Bridge pickup
- Guitar knobs
- Tone 9 · Volume 10
Ibanez IBZ10G V2 knobs
- Gain
- 7
- Bass
- 5
- Treble
- 7
Built-in effects
- Reverb off
Playing tips
- Use a tight pick attack to enhance clarity and articulation.
- Focus on finger positioning for smooth transitions between notes.
- Maintain consistent vibrato for sustained notes.
The original rig
What Iron Maiden used on the recording, for reference. ToneAdapt translates this to the controls your Ibanez IBZ10G V2 actually has.
- Guitar
- Fender Stratocaster (Dave Murray signature or late-70s/early-80s model, likely with DiMarzio Super Distortion bridge pickup for riff section)
- Amp
- Marshall JMP 2203/2204 (Master Lead 100w/50w head, late 1970s/early 1980s, through Marshall 1960B 4x12 cabinet)
- Gain
- 7
- Bass
- 5.5
- Mid
- 7
- Treble
- 7
- Presence
- 6.5
- Reverb
- 1.5
Different guitar or pedals? Get The Number of the Beast (2015 Remaster) adapted to your exact rig
These settings were generated for the gear named above. ToneAdapt adapts Iron Maiden's tone to your own guitar, pickups, amp and pedals in seconds.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best Ibanez IBZ10G V2 settings for The Number of the Beast (2015 Remaster)?
Set Gain 7, Bass 5, Treble 7.
Which pickup should I use for The Number of the Beast (2015 Remaster)?
Bridge pickup, with the guitar's tone at 7-8 and volume at 8-9.
What gear did Iron Maiden use on The Number of the Beast (2015 Remaster)?
Guitar: Fender Stratocaster (Dave Murray signature or late-70s/early-80s model, likely with DiMarzio Super Distortion bridge pickup for riff section). Amp: Marshall JMP 2203/2204 (Master Lead 100w/50w head, late 1970s/early 1980s, through Marshall 1960B 4x12 cabinet).
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.
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