Fierce. Nervous. Virtuous. These are just three of the many words someone would use to describe “Dimebag” Darrell Lance Abbott’s guitar tone. Dime is considered one of the most influential guitarists of all time and a legendary musician who defined styles... again, most will agree 333% that Dime did and will always be worthy of these honors.
IK Multimedia utilized all of Dime's personal guitar effects, amplifiers and cabinets used in the studio recording of Pantera's incredible album Cowboys From Hell, which in turn started the “Power Groove” revolution in metal. Available in a convenient desktop app and plug-in for your DAW, you can now play and record using the same gear and Dime settings.
We worked meticulously with Grady Champion, Dime's longtime guitar tech and right-hand man, to accurately model Dime's guitar tones used on the album. Drink directly from the source of the tones that inspired you to play!
Dimebag Darrell CFH Collection
The Dimebag Darrell CFH collection features 9 new models, including 2 amps, 2 cabinets and 5 pedals created to accurately mirror the equipment Dime used to record the classic Cowboys From Hell album. This includes a meticulously modeled reproduction of the highly coveted Randall® RG 100 ES amplifier, a completely refurbished Roland® JC-120™ stereo combo amplifier, plus all of the pedals Dime used while recording the album.
2 Amplifiers
Darrell 100
An officially licensed model of the famous Randall® RG 100 ES, which is a 120-watt solid state amplifier whose sound became famous when Dime started using it in the early days of Pantera.
Jazz Amp 120 CFH
Based on the 1986 Roland® JC-120™, this stereo amplifier was used in the song Cemetery Gates. Finely tuned to recreate the exact tone you hear on the album.
2 Cabinets
Darrell 412
Based on the Randall® 412 JB, it is the perfect companion to the Darrell 100 amplifier.
JP Jazz CFH
Based on the stereo cabinet section of the Roland® JC-120™ combo amplifier which features two 12-inch speakers.
5 Pedals
6 Band EQ
Six-band graphic equalizer based on an MXR® unit,
it was used to shape and drive the sound before the amplifier.
Pre EQ 3
Three-Band Parametric Equalizer based on the Furman® PQ-3, which offers great flexibility in shaping the sound.
Dime Wah
Based on the Dunlop® Cry Baby® GCB95 pedal. Modeled with attention and precision to Dime's solo tones.
Flanger Doubler
Based on the MXR® Flanger Doubler, this model offers two effects in one.
Primarily used by Dime in “bending mode” to give body to the tone.
Dime Noise Gate
Fast and super responsive. Based on the Rocktron® Hush IIB model.
The first authentic software recreation of the guitar amplifier and complete effects rig used by Dimebag Darrel to record Cowboys From Hell
Industry-standard sound with DSM™ (Dynamic Saturation Modeling) and VRM™ (Volumetric Response Modeling) technologies delivers the most realistic emulation of real-world equipment and best-in-class sound models
Perfect as a plug-in for studio recording and mixing on any Mac/Win DAW, native compatibility with 64-bit applications and operating systems
Also perfect for live performances thanks to standalone version with instant preset switching
Highest sample rate supported: 96kHz
DAW automation and BPM sync
5 separate modules
Equipment of up to 12 pedals, 2 amp heads + 2 cabs + 2 x dual microphones and 8 rack effects can be configured in up to 8 serial / parallel configurations
Two movable microphones let you mike the cabinet just like you would in a real-world studio and live environment
The stereo signal path makes it suitable for any type of instrument, including drums, keyboards, vocals and more
Seamless integration with IK's range of audio interfaces and controllers, such as iRig HD, iRig Pro DUO, iRig Pro and iRig 2, enables instant recording and performance in the studio or on stage, with complete software-level programming
Built-in two-track multitrack recorder with DAW-like features lets you quickly capture ideas or even record a small band in the standalone application without needing to open a DAW and with the convenience of AmpliTube's superior audio processing
Imports any Wav, Aiff, sd2, Apple Caf, Flac, MP3 audio file (standalone version)
SpeedTrainer to speed up/slow down imported tracks without affecting pitch - the perfect tool for practicing and honing your instrument skills or learning your favorite riffs and solos (standalone version)
