Purple Rain settings for Positive Grid Spark 40

Positive Grid Spark 40 knobs

Gain

6

Bass

5.5

Mid

6.5

Treble

6.5

Reverb

5

Delay

7

Mod

5

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (spring) · 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 depth and richness to your lead lines.
• Focus on long, expressive bends to capture the vocal-like phrasing characteristic of the original solo.

Positive Grid Spark 40 knobs

Gain

1.5

Bass

4

Mid

5

Treble

5.5

Reverb

5

Delay

5

Mod

7

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (spring) · 4

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in chorus set to a high level for that signature shimmer.
• Strum with a light touch for a crisp attack and clear articulation.
• Experiment with picking dynamics to achieve a snappy, percussive sound.

What preset should I use on the Positive Grid Spark 40 for Purple Rain?

Start from the Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier preset, then set Gain 6, Bass 5.5, Mid 6.5, Treble 6.5, Reverb 5, Delay 7.

Which pickup should I use for Purple Rain?

Neck + Middle, with the guitar's tone at 10 and volume at 10.

What gear did Prince & The Revolution use on Purple Rain?

Guitar: Hohner HG-490 Madcat (Telecaster-style). Amp: Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+ Head.

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.