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How to get Type O Negative's guitar tone

Type O Negative across 2 famous tones — mostly through Ampeg SVT, A/DA MP-1 Preamp into MosValve power 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 5.5 · mid 6 · treble 6 · presence 5.5 (out of 10)
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Type O Negative's go-to amps

Ampeg SVT ×1A/DA MP-1 Preamp into MosValve power amp ×1

2 famous Type O Negative tones

I Don't Wanna Be Me
gain 7.5 · bass 5.5 · mid 5.5 · treble 7
Black No. 1
gain 0 · bass 5.5 · mid 6 · treble 5

Metal amp settings

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How to get Type O Negative's tone — FAQ

What amp settings does Type O Negative use?

Averaged across 2 of their tones: gain 4, bass 5.5, mid 6, treble 6, presence 5.5 (out of 10). Adapt to your own amp.

What gear do I need to sound like Type O Negative?

They favour Ampeg SVT, A/DA MP-1 Preamp into MosValve power 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 Type O Negative's guitar tone?

Start with their go-to gear (Ampeg SVT, A/DA MP-1 Preamp into MosValve power amp) and a starting EQ of gain 4, bass 5.5, mid 6, treble 6, presence 5.5 (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 Type O Negative'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.