Man in the Box settings for Line 6 Helix Floor / LT / Rack

Amp block

Drive

8

Master

7

Bass

6

Mid

6.5

Treble

7

Presence

6

Original drive

8

Effects chain

1. 1distortionRatatoullie Dist (Pro Co RAT, LM308)Volume 7 · Filter 5 · Distortion 7
2. 2noise gateNoise Gate (Line 6 Original)
3. 3overdriveKinky Boost (Xotic EP Booster)Gain 5 · Treble 5 · Level 8
4. 4reverbHot SpringsMix 3 · Decay 2
5. 5eqSimple EQ (Line 6 Original)Bass 5 · Mid 6 · Treble 6 · Level 0

Playing tips

• Use tight palm muting for chugging riffs to achieve a percussive attack.
• Focus on aggressive downstrokes to enhance the crunch and intensity of the riff.
• Maintain a steady rhythm to keep the articulation clear during the heavy sections.

What amp model should I use on the Line 6 Helix Floor / LT / Rack for Man in the Box?

Use the Brit 2203 (Marshall JCM800 2203, 100W) (lead channel) with Drive 8, Master 7, Bass 6, Mid 6.5, Treble 7, Presence 6, followed by Ratatoullie Dist (Pro Co RAT, LM308), Noise Gate (Line 6 Original), Kinky Boost (Xotic EP Booster), Hot Springs, Simple EQ (Line 6 Original).

Which pickup should I use for Man in the Box?

Bridge pickup, with the guitar's tone at 7-8 and volume at 8-9.

What gear did Alice in Chains use on Man in the Box?

Guitar: G&L Rampage (1984, maple neck, single humbucker, Kahler tremolo). Amp: Bogner-modified Marshall JCM800 (studio recording, 1990/91, 'Dirt' album era).

Will these settings work with my guitar?

These settings were adapted for a PRS SE Custom 24. Different pickups change how much gain and treble you need. ToneAdapt adapts the tone to your exact guitar, pickups, amp and pedals.