IK Multimedia announces the Dimebag Darrell CFH Collection for AmpliTube. This new collection features models of the exact gear used by “Dimebag” Darrell Lance Abbott on Pantera’s groundbreaking album, Cowboys From Hell. Mac/PC users can enjoy nine brand new models including two amps, two cabinets and five stompboxes.
Dimebag is considered one of the most influential guitarists of all time and a legendary, genre defining musician. IK Multimedia worked with Dime’s long-time guitar tech and right hand man, Grady Champion, to precisely model all of Dime’s guitar tones from the album utilizing all the personal guitar effects, amplifiers and cabinets he used while recording Cowboys From Hell. Available in a convenient desktop app and DAW plug-in, guitarists can now play and record using the same gear and settings Dime did.
Inside the Dimebag Darrell CFH Collection
The collection features models that precisely mirror the rig Dime used to record Cowboys From Hell. This includes a meticulously modeled reproduction of the highly coveted Randall® RG 100ES Amplifier, a completely re-modeled 1986 Roland® JC-120 stereo combo amp, and all the pedals Dime used.
Five Stompboxes:
- 6-Band EQ
Six-band graphic EQ based on a unit by MXR®; used to shape and boost sound before the amp. - Pre EQ 3
Three-Band Parametric EQ based on the Furman® PQ-3; offers great flexibility for sound shaping. - Flanger Doubler
Based on an MXR® Flanger Doubler, offering two effects in one. Primarily used by Dime in “doubler mode” to thicken in his overall tone. - Dime Wah
Based on the Dunlop® Cry Baby® GCB95. Modeled with precise attention to Dime’s lead tones. - Dime Noise Gate
Fast and very responsive; based on the Rocktron® Hush IIB model.
Two Amplifiers:
- Darrell From Hell 100
Modeled to meticulously mirror the highly coveted Randall® RG 100ES solid-state, 120 watt amplifier. The sound and tone of this amp became famous when Dime started using it in the early Pantera days. - Jazz Amp 120CFH
Based on the 1986 Roland JC120®, this stereo amp was used on the song “Cemetery Gates”. Fine-tuned to match the exact tone heard on the album.
Two Cabinets:
- Darrell From Hell 412
Based on the Randall® 412JB; the perfect companion to the Darrell From Hell 100 amplifier. - JP Jazz CFH
The stereo cabinet section of the Roland JC120® combo that features 2×12-inch speakers.
DIM™ for Dime
Applied to Dime’s rig, the result is crushingly heavy riffs and ferocious leads, with the same sound and feel comparable to the real gear.
About AmpliTube guitar and bass tone studio
AmpliTube’s new Live mode integrates seamlessly with iRig Stomp I/O, IK’s USB pedalboard controller/audio interface, for real-gear control while recording or on stage. AmpliTube is also compatible with IK’s iRig HD 2, iRig Pro I/O and iRig Pro Duo portable audio interfaces for easy connectivity to AmpliTube or any other software.
Options, Pricing and availability
No previous purchase of AmpliTube is required. Individual models can also be purchased à la carte. The new collection will show up as an optional purchase for existing users.
* Prices excluding taxes
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