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How to get Bad Omens's guitar tone

Bad Omens across 2 famous tones — mostly through Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier, with active humbuckers. Here is where to start, then adapt any of it to the guitar and amp you actually own.

Starting point (averaged): gain 7.5 · bass 5 · mid 5.5 · treble 6.5 · presence 6 (out of 10)
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Bad Omens's go-to amps

Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier ×2

2 famous Bad Omens tones

The Death of Peace of Mind
gain 7.5 · bass 5 · mid 5.5 · treble 6.5
Just Pretend
gain 7 · bass 5 · mid 5.5 · treble 6.5

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How to get Bad Omens's tone — FAQ

What amp settings does Bad Omens use?

Averaged across 2 of their tones: gain 7.5, bass 5, mid 5.5, treble 6.5, presence 6 (out of 10). Adapt to your own amp.

What gear do I need to sound like Bad Omens?

They favour Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier with active humbuckers. You do not need the exact rig — GuitarToneAdapt re-dials their tones for the guitar and amp you already own, free.

How do I get Bad Omens's guitar tone?

Start with their go-to gear (Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier and active humbuckers) and a starting EQ of gain 7.5, bass 5, mid 5.5, treble 6.5, presence 6 (out of 10), then dial in any of the 2 songs below. GuitarToneAdapt adapts each one to the exact amp and guitar you own, free.

Can I get Bad Omens's tone on a different amp or guitar?

Yes. You do not need their exact rig — GuitarToneAdapt models how their gear shapes the sound and compensates for whatever amp, guitar and pedals you already have, free in the browser.

Settings are community-researched estimates. Adapt any to your gear at GuitarToneAdapt · amp settings · tuning chart · all 1,200+ tones.