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Neural DSP Quad Cortex settings

WASHED settings for Neural DSP Quad Cortex

ELEVATION RHYTHM · adapted 2 times on ToneAdapt

To get the ELEVATION RHYTHM "WASHED" solo tone on a Neural DSP Quad Cortex, use the US Deluxe Nrm amp model on the clean channel, then set Gain 3, Bass 5, Mid 5, Treble 5. Use the neck pickup with your guitar's tone on 7-8 and volume on 8-9.

Solo settings

Adapted for a Gibson Les Paul · updated 2026-07-28

Amp model
US Deluxe Nrm
Channel
Clean
Cab
Open Back 1x12
Pickup
Neck pickup
Guitar knobs
Tone 7-8 · Volume 8-9

Neural DSP Quad Cortex knobs

Gain
3
Bass
5
Mid
5
Treble
5

Amp block

Drive
2
Master
7
Bass
5.5
Mid
6
Treble
6.5
Presence
6
Original drive
2

Effects chain

  1. 1overdriveGreen 808 (TS808)Gain 3.5 · Tone 5 · Level 7
  2. 2delayDigital DelayMix 5.5 · Feedback 3.5
  3. 3reverbPlate ReverbMix 6.5 · Decay 5
  4. 4modulationChorusMix 5 · Rate 3 · Depth 3

Playing tips

  • Use a light touch for a delicate attack to maintain clarity.
  • Incorporate ambient delay trails for a spacious feel.
  • Focus on smooth, singing lead lines to emulate the original tone.

Riff settings

Adapted for a Gibson Les Paul · updated 2026-07-28

Amp model
US Deluxe Nrm
Channel
Clean
Cab
Open back cabinet
Pickup
Neck + Middle
Guitar knobs
Tone 7-8 · Volume 8-9

Neural DSP Quad Cortex knobs

Gain
1.5
Bass
5
Mid
5
Treble
5

Amp block

Drive
2
Master
7
Bass
5.5
Mid
6
Treble
7
Presence
6

Effects chain

  1. 1overdriveGreen 808 (TS808)Gain 2 · Tone 5 · Level 7
  2. 2delayDigital DelayMix 5 · Feedback 4
  3. 3reverbPlate ReverbMix 4 · Decay 5
  4. 4modulationChorusMix 5 · Rate 3 · Depth 4

Playing tips

  • Focus on a tight, percussive attack to maintain clarity in the riff.
  • Use fingerstyle or light pick attack for a smoother, ambient tone.
  • Experiment with slight palm muting to control resonance and add definition.

The original rig

What ELEVATION RHYTHM used on the recording, for reference. ToneAdapt translates this to the controls your Neural DSP Quad Cortex actually has.

Guitar
Unknown (likely Fender or PRS style electric, model not confirmed for this recording)
Amp
Unknown (likely modern clean amp or amp modeler, model not confirmed for this recording)
Gain
4
Bass
5.5
Mid
6
Treble
6.5
Presence
6
Reverb
4.5
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Frequently asked questions

What amp model should I use on the Neural DSP Quad Cortex for WASHED?

Use the US Deluxe Nrm (clean channel) with Drive 2, Master 7, Bass 5.5, Mid 6, Treble 6.5, Presence 6, followed by Green 808 (TS808), Digital Delay, Plate Reverb, Chorus.

Which pickup should I use for WASHED?

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

What gear did ELEVATION RHYTHM use on WASHED?

Guitar: Unknown (likely Fender or PRS style electric, model not confirmed for this recording). Amp: Unknown (likely modern clean amp or amp modeler, model not confirmed for this recording).

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.

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