Dimebag Darrell CFH Collection amp and effects gear collection for AmpliTube

Dimebag Darrell CFH Collection: Amp and Effects Gear Collection for AmpliTube

Dimebag Darrell CFH Collection is a gear collection for AmpliTube by IK Multimedia that recreates the amplifiers, cabinets and stompboxes Dimebag Darrell used to record Pantera's album Cowboys From Hell.

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01Overview

The collection contains 9 models: two amps, two cabinets and five stompboxes. IK Multimedia built them from the personal guitar effects, amplifiers and cabinets Dime used in the studio. The models are designed to work with the AmpliTube Custom Shop and do not require a previous version of AmpliTube. It is available as a plugin in VST3, AU and AAX formats.

Best for

  • Cowboys From Hell tones
  • Groove metal riffs
  • Heavy lead guitar
  • Thrash rhythm guitar
  • Dime-style wah solos
Developer
IK Multimedia
Store
Plugin Boutique
02Key features

What you get

  • Nine models recreated from Dime's studio gear
  • Two amplifiers: Darrell 100 and Jazz Amp 120 CFH
  • Two cabinets: Darrell 412 and JP Jazz CFH
  • Five stompboxes including 6-Band EQ and Dime Wah
  • DIM technology for realism, per IK Multimedia
  • Sound-certified by Dime's long-time guitar tech
  • Works with AmpliTube Custom Shop updates
  • No previous AmpliTube version required
03In depth

Gear and sound of the CFH rig

The collection includes Darrell 100 and Jazz Amp 120 CFH amplifiers, along with Darrell 412 and JP Jazz CFH cabinets. The stompbox set covers a 6-Band EQ, Pre EQ 3, Flanger Doubler, Dime Wah and Dime Noise Gate.

IK Multimedia says the models were built with Dime's long-time guitar tech and right-hand man, Grady Champion, and the company describes the tones as sound-certified and approved by him. The developer also highlights its DIM technology for realism.

Compatibility and setup

The collection runs as a plugin in VST3, AU and AAX formats on Windows and macOS. On macOS it requires macOS 10.15 or newer, and macOS 11 or newer for Apple Silicon processors. On Windows it requires Windows 10 (64-bit) or newer and an ASIO compatible sound card.

An internet connection is required to authorize the application and access ToneNET. Each system needs 8 GB of RAM and 3 GB of hard drive space.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

DeveloperIK Multimedia
TypePlugin
CategoryAmp Simulator
FormatsVST3, AU, AAX
Operating systemsWindows, macOS
Architecture64-bit
05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does the Dimebag Darrell CFH Collection support?

It is available in VST3, AU and AAX formats. It is a 64-bit plugin for Windows and macOS.

What do I need to run the Dimebag Darrell CFH Collection?

You need an OpenGL 2 compatible graphics adapter and an internet connection to authorize the application and access ToneNET. On Windows an ASIO compatible sound card is required.

Do I need a previous version of AmpliTube?

No. IK Multimedia states that no previous version of AmpliTube is required, and the collection works with the Custom Shop updates.

07Developer

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