Crazy train amp settings — Ibanez TBX30R
The Ozzy ousbourne guitar tone for “Crazy train”, dialed in for a Ibanez TBX30R with a Yamaha Pacifica 112V. Studio version, Blizzard of Ozz (1980) - Main Riff
1974 Gibson Les Paul Custom (bridge humbucker) into MXR Distortion +, MXR 10-Band EQ (boosted at 500Hz), rented mid-70s Marshall 1959 Super Lead Mk II 100W, 4x12 cabs with Altec 417-8H speakers
| Knob | Setting (0–10) |
|---|---|
| Gain | 6 |
| Bass | 4 |
| Mid | 8 |
| Treble | 7 |
| Reverb | 1 |
| Master | 4 |
01MXR Distortion + (or clone)
RECOMMENDED — not currently owned
The TBX30R's solid-state Lead channel provides the primary gain since no external dirt pedals are owned, so set gain around 6 for saturation without loose flub. Randy's signature tone relies heavily on a pushed 500Hz band and a rolled-off low end, replicated here by keeping bass low (4) while diming the mids (8) and pushing treble (7) to capture that bright, sharp attack on your Pacifica's bridge humbucker. If you acquire an MXR Distortion +, switch the amp to the Clean channel and drop amp gain to 2.
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