How to Dial In "Cosas Imposibles" by Gustavo Cerati - Guitar Tone Settings
Gear for "Cosas Imposibles"
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 Siempre es hoy (2002). A slow, atmospheric Siempre Es Hoy track with a clean, effects-washed guitar. No source available here confirms the exact guitar and amp on this recording, so Fender American Professional II Stratocaster through Vox AC30 C2 stands in. Set the amp at a clean setting with the gain low and use the bridge pickup. Tuning isn't documented here.
Common Questions About the "Cosas Imposibles" Tone
What guitar did Gustavo Cerati use on "Cosas Imposibles"?
The guitar on "Cosas Imposibles" (released 2002) isn't documented; the Fender American Professional II Stratocaster above gets the sound. Pickup selector: bridge pickup on the guitar.
What amp settings does "Cosas Imposibles" need?
Settings for this sound: Gain 3.5, Bass 5, Mid 5.5, Treble 6, Presence 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 "Cosas Imposibles" without the original gear?
Yes. ToneMirror takes the settings above and adapts it to your guitar, amp, and pedals - so you can chase the "Cosas Imposibles" 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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