Zoom G2X FOUR settings
Master of Puppets settings for Zoom G2X FOUR
Metallica · adapted 7 times on ToneAdapt
To get the Metallica "Master of Puppets" riff tone on a Zoom G2X FOUR, use the MS800 (Marshall JCM800-inspired) amp model on the lead channel, then set Drive 8, Master 7, Bass 6, Mid 3, Treble 8, Presence 6. Use the bridge pickup with your guitar's tone on 10 and volume on 10.
Riff settings
updated 2026-11-08
- Amp model
- MS800 (Marshall JCM800-inspired)
- Channel
- Lead
- Cab
- 4x12 cabinet
- Pickup
- Bridge pickup
- Guitar knobs
- Tone 10 · Volume 10
Amp block
- Drive
- 8
- Master
- 7
- Bass
- 6
- Mid
- 3
- Treble
- 8
- Presence
- 6
- Original drive
- 8
Effects chain
- 1distortionMetal Zone (BOSS Metal Zone-inspired)Gain 8 · Tone 7 · Level 7
- 2noise gateNoise GateRelease 3 · Threshold 5
- 3overdriveTube Screamer + Booster (Ibanez Tube Screamer with a booster-inspired)Gain 3 · Tone 5 · Level 7
Built-in effects
- Reverb off
Playing tips
- Use tight palm muting for chugging riffs to achieve a percussive attack.
- Focus on fast alternate picking to maintain clarity and articulation.
- Ensure your picking hand is precise to avoid muddiness in the low end.
The original rig
What Metallica used on the recording, for reference. ToneAdapt translates this to the controls your Zoom G2X FOUR actually has.
- Guitar
- ESP MX220 (custom, aka 'Eet Fuk')
- Amp
- Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+ (preamp) into Marshall JCM800 (power amp section), Mesa 4x12 cabinet
- Gain
- 9
- Bass
- 6
- Mid
- 3
- Treble
- 7.5
- Presence
- 6.5
- Reverb
- 1
Different guitar or pedals? Get Master of Puppets adapted to your exact rig
These settings were generated for the gear named above. ToneAdapt adapts Metallica's tone to your own guitar, pickups, amp and pedals in seconds.
Frequently asked questions
What amp model should I use on the Zoom G2X FOUR for Master of Puppets?
Use the MS800 (Marshall JCM800-inspired) (lead channel) with Drive 8, Master 7, Bass 6, Mid 3, Treble 8, Presence 6, followed by Metal Zone (BOSS Metal Zone-inspired), Noise Gate, Tube Screamer + Booster (Ibanez Tube Screamer with a booster-inspired).
Which pickup should I use for Master of Puppets?
Bridge pickup, with the guitar's tone at 10 and volume at 10.
What gear did Metallica use on Master of Puppets?
Guitar: ESP MX220 (custom, aka 'Eet Fuk'). Amp: Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC+ (preamp) into Marshall JCM800 (power amp section), Mesa 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.
Master of Puppets on other amps
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- Master of Puppets on Boss Katana 50 Gen 3 · 182
Popular songs on the Zoom G2X FOUR
- Hotel California · Eagles
- Walk · Pantera
- Holy Wars · Megadeth
- R U Mine? · Arctic Monkeys
- Sultans of Swing · Dire Straits
- Smells Like Teen Spirit · Nirvana
- Pride and Joy · Stevie Ray Vaughan
- Welcome to the Jungle · Guns N' Roses
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.