Artist · 8 tones
Black Tide Guitar Tone - Settings for Every Signature Song
Browse every Black Tide song we've broken down into amp settings, pickup choice, and pedal chain - then adapt the recipe to whatever rig you actually own.
Adapt to my gear
Translate any Black Tide tone to your gear
Record by record
Black Tide Albums We've Broken Down
Every tone
All 8 Black Tide Tones
Across the years
Black Tide Tone Evolution
- 2008Black AbyssLight from Above
- 2008ShockwaveLight from Above
- 2008Show Me the WayLight from Above
- 2008Warriors of TimeLight from Above
- 2011AshesPost Mortem
- 2011Honest EyesPost Mortem
- 2011That FirePost Mortem
- 2011Walking Dead ManPost Mortem
FAQ
Common Questions About Black Tide's Tone
What guitar does Black Tide play?
The specific guitar Black Tide used on these recordings varies song to song - the settings we list are tuned to the tracked tone, not a single instrument.
What amp does Black Tide use?
Black Tide's amp rig varies across their catalog. Each tone breakdown lists the specific amp used for that song.
How many Black Tide songs can I dial in here?
ToneMirror has tone breakdowns for 8 Black Tide songs, including "Ashes", "Black Abyss", "Honest Eyes". Each one comes with the original amp settings, pickup position, tuning, and pedal chain - plus a per-rig adaptation so you can play it on your own gear.

