Hotel California settings for Fractal Audio FM9 Mark II Turbo

Amp block

Drive

5

Master

7

Bass

5.5

Mid

7

Treble

6.5

Presence

6.5

Effects chain

1. 1overdriveT808Gain 5 · Tone 5 · Level 7
2. 2delayTape DelayMix 4 · Feedback 5
3. 3modulationPhaserMix 5 · Rate 5 · Depth 5 · Feedback 0
4. 4reverbSpringMix 5 · Decay 5

Built-in effects

• Reverb off

Playing tips

• Focus on smooth, vocal-like phrasing to emulate the original solo.
• Use a light touch to maintain clarity and note separation.
• Incorporate subtle bends and slides for expressive playing.

What amp model should I use on the Fractal Audio FM9 Mark II Turbo for Hotel California?

Use the DELUXE VERB (crunch channel) with Drive 5, Master 7, Bass 5.5, Mid 7, Treble 6.5, Presence 6.5, followed by T808, Tape Delay, Phaser, Spring.

Which pickup should I use for Hotel California?

Neck pickup, with the guitar's tone at 10 and volume at 10.

What gear did Eagles use on Hotel California?

Guitar: Fender Telecaster (circa 1953-59, maple neck, bridge pickup, as used by Joe Walsh for the solo). Amp: Fender 'Black Panel' Deluxe Amp (1963-1966, studio recording, as confirmed by multiple sources).

Will these settings work with my guitar?

These settings were adapted for a Gibson Les Paul. Different pickups change how much gain and treble you need. ToneAdapt adapts the tone to your exact guitar, pickups, amp and pedals.