How to Dial In "Fortress" by Alter Bridge - Guitar Tone Settings
Gear for "Fortress"
Suggested rig · the original isn't documented.
Knob Positions, Pickup, and Tuning
Where to set the knobs for this tone. Each value is on the standard 0–10 amp scale.
On your amp, these numbers won't sound the same.
Get the settings for my ampHow the artist had their guitar configured for this take.
The title track of Fortress, released in September 2013, a heavy, ambitious record. Mark Tremonti plays thick, aggressive rhythm parts with melodic lead lines, with Myles Kennedy's vocal over the top. Tremonti is known for his signature PRS and Mesa/Boogie amps, but no source available here confirms the exact gear on this recording, so that rig stands in. Use the bridge pickup, high gain and a tight, palm-muted attack. Tuning isn't documented for this recording.
Common Questions About the "Fortress" Tone
What guitar did Alter Bridge use on "Fortress"?
The guitar on "Fortress" (released 2013) isn't documented; the PRS Mark Tremonti above gets the sound. Pickup selector: bridge pickup on the guitar.
What amp settings does "Fortress" need?
Settings for this sound: Gain 7, Bass 5.5, Mid 5.5, Treble 6.5, Presence 6, Volume 7.5. Each value is on the standard 0–10 amp scale; match them on your amp first, then nudge to taste. ToneMirror can translate these positions for whatever amp you actually own.
Can I play "Fortress" without the original gear?
Yes. ToneMirror takes the settings above and adapts it to your guitar, amp, and pedals - so you can chase the "Fortress" tone on a Katana, a Helix, a tube combo, or anything else. The translation accounts for EQ curve, gain structure, and pickup type so the result actually sounds like the record, not just the same knob numbers on different gear.
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