How to Dial In "Are We Dreaming?" by Dream Theater - Guitar Tone Settings
Gear for "Are We Dreaming?"
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 Parasomnia (2025). A dense progressive-metal track with tight, high-gain rhythm guitars and fast, fluid lead lines. No source documents the guitar or amp on this track, so a Music Man John Petrucci Majesty into a Mesa Boogie JP-2C stands in. Set the gain high with a tight low end on the bridge pickup. Tuning isn't documented here.
Common Questions About the "Are We Dreaming?" Tone
What guitar did Dream Theater use on "Are We Dreaming?"?
The guitar on "Are We Dreaming?" (released 2025) isn't documented; the Music Man John Petrucci Majesty above gets the sound. Pickup selector: bridge pickup on the guitar.
What amp settings does "Are We Dreaming?" need?
Settings for this sound: Gain 7.5, Bass 5.5, Mid 6.5, Treble 6.5, Presence 6.5, Volume 6.5. 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 "Are We Dreaming?" without the original gear?
Yes. ToneMirror takes the settings above and adapts it to your guitar, amp, and pedals - so you can chase the "Are We Dreaming?" 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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