Trey Anastasio

Trey Anastasio Amp Settings

EQ dial positions, gain structure, and how to replicate the sound on any amp

Reference Amp

Fender Blues Junior IV
$570
Gain structure: varies by song

Estimated Starting Settings

Dial positions are derived from Anastasio's tonal fingerprint. These are starting points — fine-tune by ear on your specific amp.

5
Gain
5
Bass
6
Mid
6
Treble
6
Presence
3
Reverb

All values on a 0–10 scale. Start here and adjust to room acoustics and your specific amp model.

Choosing the Right Amp

Amp at Every Budget

£200 · Beginner
Fender Frontman 15R
$100
Full rig →
£500 · Sweet Spot
Boss Katana 50 MkII
$189
Full rig →
£1,000 · Pro-Level
Fender Blues Junior IV
$570
Full rig →
£2,500 · Premium
Fender Blues DeVille
$1,650
Full rig →

Getting the Most From Your Amp

  • Keep the amp clean and use pedals for drive — the amp's headroom lets the pedals breathe.
  • Master volume matters — many classic tones only work at significant volume when tubes are working hard.