Shortest straw amp settings — Randall RG75
The Metallica guitar tone for “Shortest straw”, dialed in for a Randall RG75 with a B.C Rich Warlock. Studio version, ...And Justice for All (1988)
Mesa/Boogie Mark IIC++ head (preamp into Marshall power amps) + ESP/Gibson with EMG 81 active pickups
| Knob | Setting (0–10) |
|---|---|
| Gain | 8 |
| Bass | 8 |
| Mid | 3 |
| Treble | 8 |
| Presence | 7 |
| Reverb | 0 |
| Master | 4 |
01Tube Screamer (TS9)
RECOMMENDED — not currently owned; tightens low-end tracking for fast downpicking
The Randall RG75 solid-state high-gain circuit provides the sharp transient attack characteristic of the Justice era. We push Gain 2 with the contour/voicing scoop (mids pulled down to 3, bass and treble pushed to 8) to replicate the famous Mark IIC+ 5-band graphic EQ 'V' curve without an external EQ unit. If your RG75 has an onboard Contour control, set it to 8 to further carve out the low-mids.
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