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I've always wanted to know.....

Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2005 11:03 am
by ..::MissBathory::..
Why does Dimebag's guitar have that very distinct sound? Kinda like a screeching, and it also sounds heavier and chunkier. Someone told me it was because of the pickups he used. Does anyone know why it sounds the way it does?

Re: I've always wanted to know.....

Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2005 11:18 am
by dead forever
..::MissBathory::.. wrote:Why does Dimebag's guitar have that very distinct sound? Kinda like a screeching, and it also sounds heavier and chunkier. Someone told me it was because of the pickups he used. Does anyone know why it sounds the way it does?

its made out of cheese instead of wood.

Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2005 11:30 am
by Gnarkiller
Cause my heart is in ohio!!!!!

Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2005 11:45 am
by Acid Flashbakc
Gnarkiller wrote:Cause my heart is in ohio!!!!!
:lol: :lol:

no its cause his pickups/distortions/amps that he used. plus he would do some crazy sounding harmonics, along with a lot of whammy bar crap

Re: I've always wanted to know.....

Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2005 12:02 pm
by croninburg
..::MissBathory::.. wrote:Why does Dimebag's guitar have that very distinct sound? Kinda like a screeching, and it also sounds heavier and chunkier. Someone told me it was because of the pickups he used. Does anyone know why it sounds the way it does?
That screaming sound is when he drops the whammy bar, hits a natural harmonic and then pulls it right up SQUEEEEEEEEEEE :aargh:

Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2005 1:21 pm
by hippy
:lol: because he wanted it to sound that way. stupid.

Re: I've always wanted to know.....

Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2005 5:24 pm
by Tweel
dead forever wrote:
..::MissBathory::.. wrote:Why does Dimebag's guitar have that very distinct sound? Kinda like a screeching, and it also sounds heavier and chunkier. Someone told me it was because of the pickups he used. Does anyone know why it sounds the way it does?

its made out of cheese instead of wood.
:lol:

rack equipment

heavier and chunky = string tunings

Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2005 5:31 pm
by DBS
not many people know this, but dimebag's studio guitar sounds are actually created digitally using power tab editor.

Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2005 6:34 pm
by Spoke
DBS wrote:not many people know this, but dimebag's studio guitar sounds are actually created digitally using power tab editor.
Correct. They are then exported to a MIDI file, Vinnie lays down some drum tracks, and BOOM, Vulgar Display of Power is complete.

Posted: Wed Aug 24, 2005 3:38 am
by Wrona
Aeon_Spoke wrote:
DBS wrote:not many people know this, but dimebag's studio guitar sounds are actually created digitally using power tab editor.
Correct. They are then exported to a MIDI file, Vinnie lays down some drum tracks, and BOOM, Vulgar Display of Power is complete.
Well Fuck me to tears! I thought he used a 1985 E. Brown flux capacitor! :x

Re: I've always wanted to know.....

Posted: Wed Aug 24, 2005 11:28 pm
by ..::MissBathory::..
dead forever wrote:
..::MissBathory::.. wrote:Why does Dimebag's guitar have that very distinct sound? Kinda like a screeching, and it also sounds heavier and chunkier. Someone told me it was because of the pickups he used. Does anyone know why it sounds the way it does?

its made out of cheese instead of wood.
I thought that might have been the reason!

Posted: Thu Aug 25, 2005 3:58 am
by Gor-Gor
DBS wrote:not many people know this, but dimebag's studio guitar sounds are actually created digitally using power tab editor.


wtf? he did lay down tracks through an amp though right?

Posted: Thu Aug 25, 2005 6:51 am
by Chris
Gor-Gor wrote:
DBS wrote:not many people know this, but dimebag's studio guitar sounds are actually created digitally using power tab editor.


wtf? he did lay down tracks through an amp though right?

:lol:

Posted: Thu Aug 25, 2005 2:44 pm
by Spoke
Gor-Gor wrote:
DBS wrote:not many people know this, but dimebag's studio guitar sounds are actually created digitally using power tab editor.


wtf? he did lay down tracks through an amp though right?
There was no need. As DBS, and to a lesser extent, I, mentioned earlier, Power Tab's export to MIDI feature virtually eliminates the need for guitars and amps altogether when recording. I bet half of the albums you own were recorded with Power Tab instead of guitars.

Posted: Thu Aug 25, 2005 7:59 pm
by Gor-Gor
Chris wrote:
Gor-Gor wrote:
DBS wrote:not many people know this, but dimebag's studio guitar sounds are actually created digitally using power tab editor.


wtf? he did lay down tracks through an amp though right?

:lol:


i dont see the humor.

Posted: Thu Aug 25, 2005 7:59 pm
by Aeon
Chris wrote:
Gor-Gor wrote:
DBS wrote:not many people know this, but dimebag's studio guitar sounds are actually created digitally using power tab editor.


wtf? he did lay down tracks through an amp though right?

:lol:

Posted: Thu Aug 25, 2005 8:05 pm
by Spoke
Gor-Gor wrote:
Chris wrote:
Gor-Gor wrote:
DBS wrote:not many people know this, but dimebag's studio guitar sounds are actually created digitally using power tab editor.


wtf? he did lay down tracks through an amp though right?

:lol:


i dont see the humor.
:lll:

Posted: Fri Aug 26, 2005 9:39 pm
by Wez
Gor-Gor wrote:
Chris wrote:
Gor-Gor wrote:
DBS wrote:not many people know this, but dimebag's studio guitar sounds are actually created digitally using power tab editor.


wtf? he did lay down tracks through an amp though right?

:lol:


i dont see the humor.
Myself as a musician retard sees the humour.

Posted: Sat Aug 27, 2005 6:18 am
by tgstk2
i thought he always layed down one chorus pre chorus etc..and than they just copy and paste teh parts...

Posted: Sat Aug 27, 2005 8:59 am
by Watw-Drums
..::MissBathory::.. wrote:Why does Dimebag's guitar have that very distinct sound? Kinda like a screeching, and it also sounds heavier and chunkier. Someone told me it was because of the pickups he used. Does anyone know why it sounds the way it does?
Cos hes better than you in every possible way

Posted: Sat Aug 27, 2005 12:30 pm
by dead forever
TK wrote:
Aeon_Spoke wrote:
DBS wrote:not many people know this, but dimebag's studio guitar sounds are actually created digitally using power tab editor.
Correct. They are then exported to a MIDI file, Vinnie lays down some drum tracks, and BOOM, Vulgar Display of Power is complete.
Well Fuck me to tears! I thought he used a 1985 E. Brown flux capacitor! :x
dont start that shit again :lol:

Posted: Sat Aug 27, 2005 7:16 pm
by DBS
Gor-Gor wrote:
DBS wrote:not many people know this, but dimebag's studio guitar sounds are actually created digitally using power tab editor.


wtf? he did lay down tracks through an amp though right?
incorrect. by tabbing his songs out on power tab editor version 1.7, dimebag was able to create his distinctive tone without the difficulty of using amplification/rigs/recording tools etc. during tyhe cowboys days, when pantera was hard up for cash, power tab saved the band. dime was able to create memorable riffs, tones and solos using advanced computer software. it wasnt until the band gained reputation and higher paid gigs that they were able to afford the high quality gear to recreate the sounds on the road. however, a traditionalist who wanted to stick to his roots, dime used power tablature editor for all officially released recordings aside from 101 proof and reinventing the steel. dimebag was bought from power tab by guitar pro, much in the same way he changed from dean to washburn. the advantage with using guitar pro on top of power tab was that vinnie could, if he so chose, also use the computer software to create his album recordings, and saved mass amounts of time and money. this is what gives rts its distinctive sound and power.

Posted: Sun Aug 28, 2005 1:29 am
by Gnarkiller
You guys are just fucking retarded.

Posted: Sun Aug 28, 2005 6:44 am
by croninburg
DBS wrote:
Gor-Gor wrote:
DBS wrote:not many people know this, but dimebag's studio guitar sounds are actually created digitally using power tab editor.


wtf? he did lay down tracks through an amp though right?
incorrect. by tabbing his songs out on power tab editor version 1.7, dimebag was able to create his distinctive tone without the difficulty of using amplification/rigs/recording tools etc. during tyhe cowboys days, when pantera was hard up for cash, power tab saved the band. dime was able to create memorable riffs, tones and solos using advanced computer software. it wasnt until the band gained reputation and higher paid gigs that they were able to afford the high quality gear to recreate the sounds on the road. however, a traditionalist who wanted to stick to his roots, dime used power tablature editor for all officially released recordings aside from 101 proof and reinventing the steel. dimebag was bought from power tab by guitar pro, much in the same way he changed from dean to washburn. the advantage with using guitar pro on top of power tab was that vinnie could, if he so chose, also use the computer software to create his album recordings, and saved mass amounts of time and money. this is what gives rts its distinctive sound and power.
DBS you are so full of shit, it's unreal :lol:

Posted: Sun Aug 28, 2005 7:02 am
by RE-ED
A big white American dick in your slanted cooch made you squeal like that. :|):

Posted: Sun Aug 28, 2005 9:07 am
by Pfl?yd
You know, if a guy had made a topic asking "How do I get Dimebag's tone?" you'd all be dropping references to Randall amps, speakers, EQ settings, pick-ups, picks he uses, right down to what kind of fucking guitar polish he used and talking shop like a bunch audio dorks. A girl asks the question and you tools act like it's the dumbest question in the world.

Elitist fucks. :roll:

Posted: Mon Aug 29, 2005 10:42 am
by ..::MissBathory::..
Pflöyd wrote:You know, if a guy had made a topic asking "How do I get Dimebag's tone?" you'd all be dropping references to Randall amps, speakers, EQ settings, pick-ups, picks he uses, right down to what kind of fucking guitar polish he used and talking shop like a bunch audio dorks. A girl asks the question and you tools act like it's the dumbest question in the world.

Elitist fucks. :roll:
THANK YOU!

Posted: Mon Aug 29, 2005 10:44 am
by ..::MissBathory::..
Watw-Drums wrote:
..::MissBathory::.. wrote:Why does Dimebag's guitar have that very distinct sound? Kinda like a screeching, and it also sounds heavier and chunkier. Someone told me it was because of the pickups he used. Does anyone know why it sounds the way it does?
Cos hes better than you in every possible way
I don't doubt that for one second!


Although i have to say, my left elbow is better than his!

Posted: Mon Aug 29, 2005 6:02 pm
by Wrona
Randall 200 watt amp modded with a 1985 E. Brown Flux capacitor,and modded gain channel with 5 12ax7 preamp tubes.

The fact is,nobody exept dime knows.

Posted: Mon Aug 29, 2005 6:39 pm
by Aeon
Pflöyd wrote:You know, if a guy had made a topic asking "How do I get Dimebag's tone?" you'd all be dropping references to Randall amps, speakers, EQ settings, pick-ups, picks he uses, right down to what kind of fucking guitar polish he used and talking shop like a bunch audio dorks. A girl asks the question and you tools act like it's the dumbest question in the world.

Elitist fucks. :roll:
She didn't ask how to get Dimebag's tone, she asked how Dimebag made that "screeching" sound.

Posted: Mon Aug 29, 2005 6:42 pm
by cottonmouth
who cares show us your tits huhhuh

Posted: Mon Aug 29, 2005 10:21 pm
by Pfl?yd
Aeon wrote: She didn't ask how to get Dimebag's tone, she asked how Dimebag made that "screeching" sound.
Why does Dimebag's guitar have that very distinct sound? Kinda like a screeching, and it also sounds heavier and chunkier. Someone told me it was because of the pickups he used. Does anyone know why it sounds the way it does?
I know reading comprehension isn't something that is often practiced on this board with any amount of proficiency, but give me a break.

Posted: Mon Aug 29, 2005 10:22 pm
by Aeon
It's OK, I still love you.

Posted: Tue Aug 30, 2005 4:40 am
by croninburg
Acid Flashbakc wrote:
Gnarkiller wrote:Cause my heart is in ohio!!!!!
:lol: :lol:

no its cause his pickups/distortions/amps that he used. plus he would do some crazy sounding harmonics, along with a lot of whammy bar crap
croninburg wrote:
..::MissBathory::.. wrote:Why does Dimebag's guitar have that very distinct sound? Kinda like a screeching, and it also sounds heavier and chunkier. Someone told me it was because of the pickups he used. Does anyone know why it sounds the way it does?
That screaming sound is when he drops the whammy bar, hits a natural harmonic and then pulls it right up SQUEEEEEEEEEEE :aargh:
Tweel wrote:
dead forever wrote:
..::MissBathory::.. wrote:Why does Dimebag's guitar have that very distinct sound? Kinda like a screeching, and it also sounds heavier and chunkier. Someone told me it was because of the pickups he used. Does anyone know why it sounds the way it does?

its made out of cheese instead of wood.
:lol:

rack equipment

heavier and chunky = string tunings

Posted: Tue Aug 30, 2005 9:24 am
by ..::MissBathory::..
Aeon wrote:
Pflöyd wrote:You know, if a guy had made a topic asking "How do I get Dimebag's tone?" you'd all be dropping references to Randall amps, speakers, EQ settings, pick-ups, picks he uses, right down to what kind of fucking guitar polish he used and talking shop like a bunch audio dorks. A girl asks the question and you tools act like it's the dumbest question in the world.

Elitist fucks. :roll:
She didn't ask how to get Dimebag's tone, she asked how Dimebag made that "screeching" sound.
"screeching" is the description of a tone.....so Pfloyd was correct

Posted: Sat Sep 24, 2005 1:05 pm
by EMAN666
its just dimebag, if dime could plug into ne1 of ur rigs it would sound that way, or ud plug into his and think "o it sounds diffo". no amount of money and gear will get u dimes sound, unless ur dime

Posted: Sat Sep 24, 2005 3:39 pm
by Grimm
[quote="EMAN666"]its just dimebag, if dime could plug into ne1 of ur rigs it would sound that way, or ud plug into his and think "o it sounds diffo". no amount of money and gear will get u dimes sound, unless ur dime[/quote

Are you a fucking mong or do you always type this way.

Posted: Sun Oct 09, 2005 1:34 pm
by insurgent89
EMAN666 wrote:its just dimebag, if dime could plug into ne1 of ur rigs it would sound that way, or ud plug into his and think "o it sounds diffo". no amount of money and gear will get u dimes sound, unless ur dime
very true. but just so you know he used dean/washburn guitars with wierd shapes, he used bill lawrence/ symore duncan pickups with the bridge pickup flipped for more bite, through mxr eq, and into randall solid state amps.

Posted: Sun Oct 09, 2005 5:16 pm
by vulgar_swede
DBS wrote:
Gor-Gor wrote:
DBS wrote:not many people know this, but dimebag's studio guitar sounds are actually created digitally using power tab editor.


wtf? he did lay down tracks through an amp though right?
incorrect. by tabbing his songs out on power tab editor version 1.7, dimebag was able to create his distinctive tone without the difficulty of using amplification/rigs/recording tools etc. during tyhe cowboys days, when pantera was hard up for cash, power tab saved the band. dime was able to create memorable riffs, tones and solos using advanced computer software. it wasnt until the band gained reputation and higher paid gigs that they were able to afford the high quality gear to recreate the sounds on the road. however, a traditionalist who wanted to stick to his roots, dime used power tablature editor for all officially released recordings aside from 101 proof and reinventing the steel. dimebag was bought from power tab by guitar pro, much in the same way he changed from dean to washburn. the advantage with using guitar pro on top of power tab was that vinnie could, if he so chose, also use the computer software to create his album recordings, and saved mass amounts of time and money. this is what gives rts its distinctive sound and power.
:lol: :lol:

Posted: Sun Oct 09, 2005 5:23 pm
by BabyKiller
..::MissBathory::.. wrote:
Aeon wrote:
Pflöyd wrote:You know, if a guy had made a topic asking "How do I get Dimebag's tone?" you'd all be dropping references to Randall amps, speakers, EQ settings, pick-ups, picks he uses, right down to what kind of fucking guitar polish he used and talking shop like a bunch audio dorks. A girl asks the question and you tools act like it's the dumbest question in the world.

Elitist fucks. :roll:
She didn't ask how to get Dimebag's tone, she asked how Dimebag made that "screeching" sound.
"screeching" is the description of a tone.....so Pfloyd was correct
it's a fucking horrible description..