Best guitar presets for beginners by LivePlayRock

Best Guitar Presets for Beginners: Where to Start

Just got a modeler? Presets are the fastest way to sound great while you learn. Here's where to start.

Start with a few core tones

  • A sparkly clean.
  • A classic crunch.
  • A high-gain lead.

Master those before diving into hundreds of patches.

Learn by copying the pros

Artist presets teach you how a real tone is built — study the amp, cab and effects settings.

Keep it simple

Resist the urge to tweak everything at once. Small changes to gain, EQ and reverb go a long way.

FAQ

Should beginners use presets? Yes — they sound great instantly and teach you good tone-building habits.

How many presets do I need to start? Three solid tones (clean, crunch, lead) is plenty at first.

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