Thrash Metal guitar tones

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

Starting point for Thrash Metal tone: gain 7.5 · bass 6 · mid 5.5 · treble 7 · presence 6 (out of 10)

Most-used amps: Marshall JCM800 / Mesa Boogie (×2) · Marshall JCM800 (×1) · Ampeg SVT (×1) · high-gain (×1)

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Thrash Metal amp settings — FAQ

What are the best amp settings for thrash metal?

Averaged across 6 researched thrash metal tones: gain 7.5, bass 6, mid 5.5, 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 thrash metal?

The amps most used across these thrash metal tones are Marshall JCM800 / Mesa Boogie, Marshall JCM800, Ampeg SVT, high-gain. You don’t need the exact amp — GuitarToneAdapt re-dials any thrash metal tone for the amp and guitar you already own, free in the browser.

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

Start with gain 7.5, bass 6, mid 5.5, 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.