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How to get R.E.M.'s guitar tone

R.E.M. across 3 famous tones — mostly through Roland JC-120, Fender Twin Reverb, Clean amp. Here is where to start, then adapt any of it to the guitar and amp you actually own.

Starting point (averaged): gain 4 · bass 5 · mid 6 · treble 7 · presence 5.5 (out of 10)
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R.E.M.'s go-to amps

Roland JC-120 ×1Fender Twin Reverb ×1Clean amp ×1

3 famous R.E.M. tones

Circus Envy (Remastered)
gain 5 · bass 6 · mid 6.5 · treble 7
Let Me In (Remastered)
gain 5 · bass 5.5 · mid 6.5 · treble 6
Losing My Religion
gain 1.5 · bass 4 · mid 5.5 · treble 7.5

Rock amp settings

R.E.M. is a rock staple. See the best amp settings for rock — averaged EQ, go-to amps and a full how-to.

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How to get R.E.M.'s tone — FAQ

What amp settings does R.E.M. use?

Averaged across 3 of their tones: gain 4, bass 5, mid 6, treble 7, presence 5.5 (out of 10). Adapt to your own amp.

What gear do I need to sound like R.E.M.?

They favour Roland JC-120, Fender Twin Reverb, Clean amp. 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 R.E.M.'s guitar tone?

Start with their go-to gear (Roland JC-120, Fender Twin Reverb, Clean amp) and a starting EQ of gain 4, bass 5, mid 6, treble 7, presence 5.5 (out of 10), then dial in any of the 3 songs below. GuitarToneAdapt adapts each one to the exact amp and guitar you own, free.

Can I get R.E.M.'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 · all 1,200+ tones.