Take It Easy settings for Vox Valvetronix VT40X

Vox Valvetronix VT40X knobs

Gain

2.5

Bass

5

Mid

4

Treble

7

Reverb

1.5

Bias shift

1

Power level

9

Class selector

1

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (Spring) · 1.5

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in reverb to add a subtle spaciousness to the tone.
• Incorporate pedal steel-style bends for expressive phrasing.
• Focus on clear note separation by picking lightly and using fingerstyle techniques.

Vox Valvetronix VT40X knobs

Gain

1.5

Bass

5

Mid

6

Treble

7

Reverb

1

Bias shift

1

Power level

8

Class selector

0

Built-in effects

• Reverb on (Spring) · 1

Playing tips

• Use your amp's built-in reverb set to a moderate level to recreate the spacious feel of the original tone.
• Strum with a light touch to emphasize the twangy character of the Telecaster.
• Focus on maintaining a steady rhythm to capture the country-rock vibe.

What preset should I use on the Vox Valvetronix VT40X for Take It Easy?

Start from the Tweed 4x10 preset, then set Gain 2.5, Bass 5, Mid 4, Treble 7, Reverb 1.5, Bias shift 1.

Which pickup should I use for Take It Easy?

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

What gear did Eagles use on Take It Easy?

Guitar: Fender Telecaster. Amp: Fender Deluxe Reverb (Blackface, early 1970s studio recording).

Will these settings work with my guitar?

These settings were adapted for a Kramer Striker 100ST. Different pickups change how much gain and treble you need. ToneAdapt adapts the tone to your exact guitar, pickups, amp and pedals.