The biggest mistake beginners make is assuming that using a preset is "cheating." It's not. It is reverse engineering.

Pro Tip: Map your keyboard's "Mod Wheel" to the "Mix" control of your reverb. This lets you swell into ambient textures without taking your hands off the strings.

There are several types of guitar rig presets available, including:

What is the one "desert island" preset you always return to in Guitar Rig? Is it the Jump Lead ? The Cinematic Pads ? Drop your go-to patch in the comments below and let's swap .ngrr files.

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