Hotel California settings for Fractal Audio FM9

Amp block

Drive

5

Master

7

Bass

5.5

Mid

7

Treble

6.5

Presence

6.5

Effects chain

1. 1overdriveT808Gain 4 · Tone 5 · Level 7
2. 2delayTape EchoMix 4 · Feedback 5
3. 3modulationScript 90Mix 5 · Rate 5 · Depth 5
4. 4reverbSun PlateMix 4 · Decay 5.5
5. 5compressionCompressorLevel 5 · Ratio 3 · Attack 5 · Release 5

Playing tips

• Use a light touch for smooth, vocal-like phrasing.
• Focus on clear note separation to maintain articulation.
• Incorporate subtle bends to enhance the singing quality of the notes.

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

Use the Deluxe Verb (Fender Deluxe) (crunch channel) with Drive 5, Master 7, Bass 5.5, Mid 7, Treble 6.5, Presence 6.5, followed by T808, Tape Echo, Script 90, Sun Plate, Compressor.

Which pickup should I use for Hotel California?

Neck + Middle, 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?

Different pickups change how much gain and treble you need. ToneAdapt adapts the tone to your exact guitar, pickups, amp and pedals.