Alive settings for NUX MG-300 / MG-300 MKII

Amp block

Drive

5

Master

7

Bass

5.5

Mid

7

Treble

6.5

Presence

6

Effects chain

1. 1overdriveT ScreamerGain 2 · Tone 5 · Level 6
2. 2reverbSpringMix 5 · Decay 3
3. 3compressionRed CompLevel 5 · Ratio 3 · Attack 5 · Release 5
4. 4delayAnalog DelayMix 3 · Feedback 3
5. 5noise gateNoise GateRelease 5

Playing tips

• Use dynamic picking to achieve the glassy highs characteristic of the original tone.
• Focus on clear note separation; avoid excessive compression from the active pickups.
• Adjust your picking attack for a slightly compressed yet articulate sound.

What amp model should I use on the NUX MG-300 / MG-300 MKII for Alive?

Use the Brit 800 (crunch channel) with Drive 5, Master 7, Bass 5.5, Mid 7, Treble 6.5, Presence 6, followed by T Screamer, Spring, Red Comp, Analog Delay, Noise Gate.

Which pickup should I use for Alive?

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

What gear did Pearl Jam use on Alive?

Guitar: Fender Stratocaster (likely 1960s or '57 Reissue, Aged White, as seen in 1991-92 live footage). Amp: Marshall 1960A 4x12 Cabinet with 65 Amps Empire 22-watt Tube Head and/or Satellite Atom 36-Watt Head (studio era, early 1990s).

Will these settings work with my guitar?

These settings were adapted for a Cort X300 Floyd Rose. Different pickups change how much gain and treble you need. ToneAdapt adapts the tone to your exact guitar, pickups, amp and pedals.