Hotel California settings for Kemper Profiler

Amp block

Drive

5

Master

7

Bass

5.5

Mid

7

Treble

6.5

Presence

6.5

Effects chain

1. 1overdriveGreen ScreamDrive 5 · Tone 5
2. 2delaySingle DelayModulation 0
3. 3modulationPhaserRate 3 · Depth 5 · Manual 5 · Stages 4 · Feedback 3 · Peak spread 5
4. 4reverbSpring ReverbTime 4 · Dripstone 3
5. 5noise gateNoise GateThreshold 3

Playing tips

• Use a light touch for smooth, vocal-like phrasing.
• Incorporate bends and slides to enhance expressiveness.
• Focus on clear note separation for harmonized lines.

What amp model should I use on the Kemper Profiler for Hotel California?

Use the Fender Deluxe Reverb (crunch channel) with Drive 5, Master 7, Bass 5.5, Mid 7, Treble 6.5, Presence 6.5, followed by Green Scream, Single Delay, Phaser, Spring Reverb, Noise Gate.

Which pickup should I use for Hotel California?

Neck pickup, with the guitar's tone at 8 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.