Positive Grid Spark 2 settings
The Number of the Beast (2015 Remaster) settings for Positive Grid Spark 2
Iron Maiden · adapted 2 times on ToneAdapt
To get the Iron Maiden "The Number of the Beast (2015 Remaster)" solo tone on a Positive Grid Spark 2, select the JCM800 preset, then set Gain 7.5, Bass 5, Mid 7, Treble 7.5, Reverb 0.5, Music volume 7. Use the bridge pickup with your guitar's tone on 10 and volume on 8.
Solo settings
updated 2026-10-23
- Preset / mode
- JCM800
- Pickup
- Bridge pickup
- Guitar knobs
- Tone 10 · Volume 8
Positive Grid Spark 2 knobs
- Gain
- 7.5
- Bass
- 5
- Mid
- 7
- Treble
- 7.5
- Reverb
- 0.5
- Music volume
- 7
- Guitar volume
- 8
Built-in effects
- Delay on
- Reverb on (Plate) · 0.5
Playing tips
- Use your amp's built-in delay set to a moderate level to recreate the spacious feel of the original tone.
- Engage your amp's reverb for added depth and sustain during the solo.
- Maintain a tight pick attack to achieve the articulate and clear sound characteristic of the original solo.
Riff settings
updated 2026-10-23
- Preset / mode
- British 30
- Pickup
- Bridge pickup
- Guitar knobs
- Tone 7-8 · Volume 8-9
Positive Grid Spark 2 knobs
- Gain
- 7
- Bass
- 5
- Mid
- 7
- Treble
- 7
- Reverb
- 0.5
- Music volume
- 5
- Guitar volume
- 8
Built-in effects
- Reverb on (Spring) · 0.5
Playing tips
- Use tight palm muting for chugging riffs to emphasize articulation.
- Experiment with picking dynamics to enhance the aggressive yet melodic interplay.
- Utilize the amp's built-in reverb to add depth to your riffs without overwhelming the tone.
The original rig
What Iron Maiden used on the recording, for reference. ToneAdapt translates this to the controls your Positive Grid Spark 2 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 preset should I use on the Positive Grid Spark 2 for The Number of the Beast (2015 Remaster)?
Start from the JCM800 preset, then set Gain 7.5, Bass 5, Mid 7, Treble 7.5, Reverb 0.5, Music volume 7.
Which pickup should I use for The Number of the Beast (2015 Remaster)?
Bridge pickup, with the guitar's tone at 10 and volume at 8.
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?
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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Settings are generated by ToneAdapt's tone adaptation for the gear named on this page and are a starting point — every amp, guitar and room is a little different.