Tone Settings for Far Behind by Candlebox (guitar and amp)

1. Volume

• Set guitar volume knob to full (10) for maximum signal output.
• Use your amp gain to control overall drive instead of rolling back guitar volume.
• Pedal-board users may use a slight boost pedal for solos or dynamic lift.

2. Tone

• Keep tone knob on guitar around 7–8 to maintain warmth without getting too muddy.
• On the amp, set bass to around 5, midrange around 7, and treble around 6 for 90s grunge clarity and presence.
• Consider using a slight overdrive to push the signal into a gritty but controlled distortion.

3. Pickup Selector

• Use the bridge pickup for main rhythm parts for a tighter, more aggressive sound.
• Switch to the neck pickup for solos or clean arpeggios to add warmth and smoothness.
• Middle position (both pickups) can work well for layered chords or to balance grit and fullness.

4. Humbucker or Single Coil Preferred?

• Humbucker pickups are preferred to achieve the thick, saturated grunge tone found on “Far Behind.”
• They provide smoother distortion and reduced noise compared to single coils.
• Ideal for capturing the warmth and depth of Kevin Martin and Peter Klett’s guitar tones.

5. Ideal Guitar Type (Electric, Les Paul-Style)

• A Gibson Les Paul or similar-style guitar is ideal — featuring dual humbuckers and a mahogany body.
• The heavier body provides sustain and resonance suited to the track’s thick, melodic tone.
• Similar alternatives include ESP Eclipse, PRS Singlecut, or Epiphone Les Paul models.

• Gibson Les Paul Standard: Warm, thick tone ideal for grunge rhythm and lead parts
• Fender Twin Reverb: Clean amp platform with rich breakup when pushed
• Boss DS-1 Distortion: Classic distortion pedal for gritty, focused crunch
• Electro-Harmonix Big Muff Pi: Adds sustain and fuzz-like character for solos
• Dunlop Cry Baby Wah: Useful for expressive leads and dynamic control
• MXR Phase 90: Adds subtle movement during clean passages
• Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Strings (10-46): Balanced tension for grunge playing and bends
• Boss TU-3 Chromatic Tuner: Roadworthy tuner for quick and accurate tuning
• Pedaltrain Classic 2 Pedalboard: Plenty of space for pedals and easy cable management
• Planet Waves Instrument Cables: Reliable cables with good signal clarity

• Use a bridge pickup with medium to high output for clarity and bite.
• Set gain to moderate—aim for light distortion with note definition.
• Dial bass around 4-5, mids at 6-7, treble around 7 for presence.
• Add a touch of reverb to emulate natural amp ambiance.
• Use light compression to maintain sustain and pick dynamics.
• Slight chorus effect can help mimic original studio depth.
• Use a pick and moderate attack to replicate gritty rhythm tones.
• For leads, add a mild boost or overdrive to cut through mix.
• Tune down half-step (Eb tuning) to match original recording.
• Match pickup settings and tone control positioning for each section.