Boot Scootin' Boogie settings for Neural DSP Quad Cortex

Neural DSP Quad Cortex knobs

Gain

1

Bass

5

Mid

5

Treble

5

Amp block

Drive

3

Master

7

Bass

5

Mid

6

Treble

7.5

Presence

6

Effects chain

1. 1compressionChief CS3 (BOSS CS-3 Compression Sustainer)Level 5 · Attack 5 · Release 5 · Sustain 7
2. 2boostExotic Z Boost (Xotic RC Booster)Gain 4 · Bass 5 · Treble 5 · Level 7
3. 3delaySlapback DelayMix 4 · Feedback 3
4. 4reverbSpring Reverb Engine (M)Mix 4 · Decay 4

Playing tips

• Focus on a percussive attack to capture the twangy essence of the Telecaster.
• Use a country shuffle groove to maintain the rhythm and feel of the riff.
• Experiment with picking dynamics to achieve a clear and articulate note separation.

What amp model should I use on the Neural DSP Quad Cortex for Boot Scootin' Boogie?

Use the US TWN Normal (Fender Twin Reverb) (clean channel) with Drive 3, Master 7, Bass 5, Mid 6, Treble 7.5, Presence 6, followed by Chief CS3 (BOSS CS-3 Compression Sustainer), Exotic Z Boost (Xotic RC Booster), Slapback Delay, Spring Reverb Engine (M).

Which pickup should I use for Boot Scootin' Boogie?

Bridge + Middle, with the guitar's tone at 8 and volume at 8-9.

What gear did Brooks & Dunn use on Boot Scootin' Boogie?

Guitar: Fender Telecaster (likely 1980s/early 1990s American Standard or similar). Amp: Fender Twin Reverb (likely Silverface or early '65 Reissue, typical for Nashville country sessions in early 1990s).

Will these settings work with my guitar?

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