How to Dial In "Lucky You" by Deftones - Guitar Tone Settings
Gear for "Lucky You"
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.
From Deftones (2003). A melodic, atmospheric cut from the self-titled album, with ringing high parts over a heavy low riff. No source available here confirms the exact guitar and amp on this recording, so ESP LTD Stephen Carpenter SC-607B Baritone through Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier stands in. Set the amp at a medium-gain crunch and use the bridge pickup. Tuning isn't documented here.
Common Questions About the "Lucky You" Tone
What guitar did Deftones use on "Lucky You"?
The guitar on "Lucky You" (released 2003) isn't documented; the ESP LTD Stephen Carpenter SC-607B Baritone above gets the sound. Pickup selector: bridge pickup on the guitar.
What amp settings does "Lucky You" need?
Settings for this sound: Gain 6.5, Bass 6, Mid 4.5, Treble 6, 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 "Lucky You" without the original gear?
Yes. ToneMirror takes the settings above and adapts it to your guitar, amp, and pedals - so you can chase the "Lucky You" 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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