This Ain't a Love Song settings for Marshall MG30FX

Marshall MG30FX knobs

Gain

6

Bass

5

Mid

7

Treble

6

Reverb

0.5

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (spring) · 3

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 articulate strumming to maintain clear note separation in the riff.
• Experiment with picking dynamics to achieve a slightly compressed attack.

Marshall MG30FX knobs

Gain

7

Bass

5

Mid

6

Treble

6

Reverb

1.5

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (plate) · 4

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in delay set to a moderate level to recreate the spacious feel of the original tone.
• Engage the chorus effect to add width and shimmer to your solo.
• Keep your picking dynamics touch-sensitive to maintain clarity and articulation in your notes.

What are the best Marshall MG30FX settings for This Ain't a Love Song?

Set Gain 6, Bass 5, Mid 7, Treble 6, Reverb 0.5.

Which pickup should I use for This Ain't a Love Song?

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

What gear did Bon Jovi use on This Ain't a Love Song?

Guitar: Gibson Les Paul Standard (early 90s, likely Richie's main studio guitar for this era). Amp: Marshall JCM800 2203 head with Marshall 4x12 cabinet (studio recording, 1994-1995).

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.