Walk settings for Valeton GP-5

Amp block

Drive

8

Master

7

Bass

6

Mid

3

Treble

8

Presence

7

Original drive

8

Effects chain

1. 1eqGuitar EQ 1Gain 3 0 · Gain 4 0 · Gain 5 3 · Gain 6 3 · Frequency 3 1.5 · Frequency 4 3.2 · Frequency 5 6.4 · Frequency 6 12
2. 2eqGuitar EQ 2Gain 3 0 · Gain 4 2 · Gain 5 3 · Frequency 3 3.2 · Frequency 4 5 · Frequency 5 10
3. 3noise gateGateRelease 3 · Threshold 5
4. 4distortionHeavy MetalGain 8 · Tone 6 · Level 7
5. 5distortionSM DistortionGain 2 · Tone 5 · Level 8

Playing tips

• Focus on tight palm muting for chugging riffs.
• Use a sharp pick attack to enhance the percussive quality of the notes.
• Keep your picking hand close to the bridge for a more aggressive tone.

What amp model should I use on the Valeton GP-5 for Walk?

Use the 5150 (lead channel) with Drive 8, Master 7, Bass 6, Mid 3, Treble 8, Presence 7, followed by Guitar EQ 1, Guitar EQ 2, Gate, Heavy Metal, SM Distortion.

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?

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