Black Magic Woman settings for Marshall DSL40CR

Marshall DSL40CR knobs

Gain

6

Bass

5

Mid

6

Treble

6

Presence

5

Resonance

4

Reverb

1.5

Tone shift

1

Output power

1

Built-in effects

• Reverb on · 1.5

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in reverb set to a moderate level to recreate the spacious feel of the original tone.
• Focus on smooth legato phrasing to achieve a fluid, singing sustain.
• Utilize touch-sensitive dynamics to enhance the expressiveness of your playing.

Marshall DSL40CR knobs

Gain

5.5

Bass

5

Mid

6

Treble

6

Presence

5

Resonance

4

Reverb

1

Tone shift

0

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (spring) · 4.5

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in reverb set to a moderate level to recreate the spacious feel of the original tone.
• Play with a light touch to maintain the touch-sensitive dynamics characteristic of Santana's style.
• Focus on smooth, flowing phrases to capture the essence of the riff.

What are the best Marshall DSL40CR settings for Black Magic Woman?

Set Gain 6, Bass 5, Mid 6, Treble 6, Presence 5, Resonance 4.

Which pickup should I use for Black Magic Woman?

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

What gear did Santana use on Black Magic Woman?

Guitar: 1968 Gibson SG Special. Amp: Fender Twin Reverb (blackface, cranked).

Will these settings work with my guitar?

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