Progressive Rock guitar tones

Researched amp settings for 14 progressive rock songs — then adapted to your gear.

Starting point for Progressive Rock tone: gain 5.5 · bass 5 · mid 6 · treble 6.5 · presence 5.5 (out of 10)

Most-used amps: Marshall (×4) · Hiwatt / Marshall (×3) · Hiwatt / Fender (×2) · Marshall / Hughes & Kettner (×2)

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Progressive Rock amp settings — FAQ

What are the best amp settings for progressive rock?

Averaged across 14 researched progressive rock tones: gain 5.5, bass 5, mid 6, treble 6.5, presence 5.5 (out of 10). Start there, then fine-tune by ear and adapt to the amp you actually own.

What amp is best for progressive rock?

The amps most used across these progressive rock tones are Marshall, Hiwatt / Marshall, Hiwatt / Fender, Marshall / Hughes & Kettner. You don’t need the exact amp — GuitarToneAdapt re-dials any progressive rock tone for the amp and guitar you already own, free in the browser.

How do I get a progressive rock guitar tone with the gear I have?

Start with gain 5.5, bass 5, mid 6, treble 6.5, presence 5.5 (out of 10), then let GuitarToneAdapt compensate for your specific amp, guitar and pedals so it sits like the record — free, no new gear.