Man in the Box settings for Line 6 HX Stomp XL

Amp block

Drive

7

Master

7

Bass

6

Mid

6.5

Treble

7

Presence

6

Effects chain

1. 1distortionLine 6 DistortionGain 8 · Tone 6 · Level 7
2. 2noise gateNoise GateRelease 5 · Threshold 5
3. 3overdriveKinky BoostGain 3 · Tone 5 · Level 8
4. 4reverbSpringMix 2 · Decay 3
5. 5eqSimple EQBass 0 · Mid 2 · Treble 1 · Level 0

Built-in effects

• Reverb off

Playing tips

• Focus on tight palm muting to achieve the chugging riffs characteristic of the original tone.
• Use aggressive picking to enhance the percussive attack of the notes.
• Maintain a steady rhythm to keep the intensity of the riff consistent.

What amp model should I use on the Line 6 HX Stomp XL for Man in the Box?

Use the Line 6 JCM800 (lead channel) with Drive 7, Master 7, Bass 6, Mid 6.5, Treble 7, Presence 6, followed by Line 6 Distortion, Noise Gate, Kinky Boost, Spring, Simple EQ.

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?

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