Glam Metal guitar tones

Researched amp settings for 6 glam metal songs — then adapted to your gear.

Starting point for Glam Metal tone: gain 7 · bass 5 · mid 6 · treble 7 · presence 6 (out of 10)

Most-used amps: Marshall (×6)

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Round and Round — RattCum on Feel the Noize — Quiet RiotYouth Gone Wild — Skid RowKickstart My Heart — Motley CrueDr. Feelgood — Motley CrueWere Not Gonna Take It — Twisted Sister

Glam Metal amp settings — FAQ

What are the best amp settings for glam metal?

Averaged across 6 researched glam metal tones: gain 7, bass 5, mid 6, treble 7, presence 6 (out of 10). Start there, then fine-tune by ear and adapt to the amp you actually own.

What amp is best for glam metal?

The amps most used across these glam metal tones are Marshall. You don’t need the exact amp — GuitarToneAdapt re-dials any glam metal tone for the amp and guitar you already own, free in the browser.

How do I get a glam metal guitar tone with the gear I have?

Start with gain 7, bass 5, mid 6, treble 7, presence 6 (out of 10), then let GuitarToneAdapt compensate for your specific amp, guitar and pedals so it sits like the record — free, no new gear.