Money for Nothing settings for Line 6 Spider

Line 6 Spider knobs

Gain

4.5

Bass

6

Mid

7

Treble

4

Presence

5

Reverb

0

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (hall) · 4
• Delay off

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in reverb set to a moderate level to recreate the spacious feel of the original tone.
• Experiment with your picking dynamics to achieve a percussive attack that enhances the riff's punch.
• Consider using a wah pedal in a cocked position to mimic the filtered sound characteristic of the original tone.

Line 6 Spider knobs

Gain

4.5

Bass

6

Mid

7

Treble

4

Presence

5

Reverb

1.5

Built-in effects

• Reverb on

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in delay set to a moderate level to recreate the spacious feel of the original tone.
• Keep the wah pedal in a half-open position to achieve the signature filtered tone.
• Focus on using a strong picking attack to enhance the sustain and fullness of the sound.

What preset should I use on the Line 6 Spider for Money for Nothing?

Start from the Crunch preset, then set Gain 4.5, Bass 6, Mid 7, Treble 4, Presence 5, Reverb 0.

Which pickup should I use for Money for Nothing?

Bridge pickup, with the guitar's tone at 0 and volume at 8-9.

What gear did Dire Straits use on Money for Nothing?

Guitar: 1958 Gibson Les Paul Standard. Amp: Laney amplifier (exact model not confirmed, but cited as used in studio); some sources mention Ampeg SVT-VR or Marshall JTM45, but Laney is most directly cited for the studio riff recording.

Will these settings work with my guitar?

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