Dimebag Darrell

Dimebag Darrell — Gear by Song

How Dimebag Darrell's rig changed track to track — specific amp settings, key gear, and what you need to replicate each tone.

Mouth for War

Vulgar Display of Power · 1992

G:9 · M:6 · T:7

The opening track of Vulgar Display of Power established Dimebag's rig as the definitive metal tone of the 1990s. His Ra

Dean ML (Dean From Hell, Bill Lawrence L-500XL pickup)Randall RG100ES solid-state head
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Walk

Vulgar Display of Power · 1992

G:9 · M:5 · T:7

Walk's main riff is one of the most recognisable in metal history — a low, slow, groove-based riff that prioritises heav

Dean ML (Bill Lawrence L-500XL)Randall RG100ES
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Cemetery Gates

Cowboys from Hell · 1990

G:2 · M:6 · T:7

Cemetery Gates contains Dimebag's most emotional and dynamic playing — the clean intro section uses a direct, crystallin

Dean MLRandall RG100ES (clean and high-gain channels)
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