Holy wars... the punishment due amp settings — Fender Mustang LT25
The Megadeth guitar tone for “Holy wars... the punishment due”, dialed in for a Fender Mustang LT25 with a Jackson Pro Series King V. Studio version, Rust in Peace (1990) — main thrash riff and rhythm parts
Jackson King V with Seymour Duncan JB / Jackson humbuckers into modified Marshall JCM800 2203 / Super Lead 100W, Boss NS-2 Noise Suppressor
| Knob | Setting (0–10) |
|---|---|
| Gain | 7 |
| Bass | 5 |
| Mid | 7 |
| Treble | 7 |
| Reverb | 0 |
| Master | 5 |
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Leave bypassed for rhythm riffs; engage for the intro solo/lead sweeps
The Mustang LT25 lacks physical mid and presence knobs on its faceplate, so select the 'Metal 2000' high-gain model and dial the onboard 3-band EQ via the screen. Mustaine's tone relies on punchy upper mids rather than a modern scoop, so keep mids pushed to 7 for articulate thrash attack. Keep the low end tight at 5 to prevent the 8-inch speaker from flubbing out on rapid palm-muted sixteenth notes. Clean acoustic/Spanish break: switch to the 'Fender Clean' model with tone wide open.
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