How to Dial In "Metal Warriors" by Manowar - Guitar Tone Settings
Gear for "Metal Warriors"
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 The Triumph of Steel (1992). A traditional heavy-metal anthem from The Triumph of Steel, with a bright, high-gain guitar sound. No source available here confirms the exact guitar and amp on this recording, so Gibson Flying V through Marshall JCM800 2203 stands in. Set the amp at a high-gain, tightly controlled setting and use the bridge pickup. Tuning isn't documented here.
Common Questions About the "Metal Warriors" Tone
What guitar did Manowar use on "Metal Warriors"?
The guitar on "Metal Warriors" (released 1992) isn't documented; the Gibson Flying V above gets the sound. Pickup selector: bridge pickup on the guitar.
What amp settings does "Metal Warriors" need?
Settings for this sound: Gain 8, Bass 6, Mid 6, Treble 6.5, Presence 6, Volume 8. 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 "Metal Warriors" without the original gear?
Yes. ToneMirror takes the settings above and adapts it to your guitar, amp, and pedals - so you can chase the "Metal Warriors" 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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