Walk settings for Native Instruments Guitar Rig 7 Pro

Amp block

Drive

8

Master

7

Bass

6

Mid

3

Treble

8

Presence

7

Effects chain

1. 1eqSolid EQGain 0 · Gain 3 0 · Gain 4 0 · Gain 5 3 · Gain 6 3
2. 2eqEQ ParametricQ 1 · Bandwidth 1
3. 3noise gateNoise GateRelease 5 · Threshold 5
4. 4distortionChainsawGain 8 · Tone 7 · Level 8
5. 5compressionTube CompressorLevel 7 · Ratio 4 · Attack 5 · Release 5 · Threshold 5

Playing tips

• Focus on tight palm muting to achieve the chugging sound characteristic of the riff.
• Use a sharp pick attack to enhance the percussive quality of the notes.
• Maintain a steady rhythm to keep the aggressive attack consistent throughout the riff.

What amp model should I use on the Native Instruments Guitar Rig 7 Pro for Walk?

Use the Gratifier (lead channel) with Drive 8, Master 7, Bass 6, Mid 3, Treble 8, Presence 7, followed by Solid EQ, EQ Parametric, Noise Gate, Chainsaw, Tube Compressor.

Which pickup should I use for Walk?

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

What gear did Pantera use on Walk?

Guitar: Dean ML (likely 1981 Dean ML Standard, as used by Dimebag Darrell on Vulgar Display of Power). Amp: Randall RG-100ES solid-state head into Randall 4x12 cabinet (likely with Celestion G12-65 speakers).

Will these settings work with my guitar?

These settings were adapted for a Ibanez GIO GRX40. Different pickups change how much gain and treble you need. ToneAdapt adapts the tone to your exact guitar, pickups, amp and pedals.