RKotz Collection - Rig Library for THU
The RKotz Collection is a THU Rig Library inspired by Richie Kotzen’s* guitar tones, capturing the sound and feel of his solo work as well as tones associated with Poison* and The Winery Dogs*. Built using Overloud’s advanced capture workflow, it delivers touch-sensitive clean tones, harmonically rich lead sounds, dynamic response, and articulate rock guitar tones across a wide range of gain levels. Includes 86 rigs, 30 patches, and a THU Essential license, so you can start playing immediately.
Rig Library for the Rig Player in THU or the Free THU Essentials (included)
The RKotz Collection is a THU Rig Library inspired by Richie Kotzen’s* guitar tones, capturing sounds associated with his solo records, Poison*, and The Winery Dogs*. Designed for guitarists, producers, and engineers working in rock, blues rock, fusion, and lead-focused guitar production, it delivers touch-sensitive clean tones, harmonically saturated leads, dynamic response, and articulate amp tones inside THU.
Richie Kotzen-Inspired Guitar Tones for THU
The RKotz Collection is a THU Rig Library created using Overloud’s capture workflow to recreate guitar tones inspired by Richie Kotzen’s* solo work as well as tones associated with Poison* and The Winery Dogs*. Built around dynamic clean sounds, harmonically rich lead tones, and responsive gain structures, it delivers expressive amp tones with strong articulation and touch sensitivity.
Responsive rock and fusion guitar tones with rich harmonics and dynamic feel.
The library includes 86 rigs, including 43 Studio Rigs and 43 DI Rigs, along with 30 patches inspired by tones spanning the Poison* through Smith/Kotzen era. A THU Essential license is included, so no additional purchase is required to use the library.
Dynamic Clean Tones and Saturated Rock Leads
The RKotz Collection focuses on guitar tones that respond naturally to pick attack and playing dynamics. The captured rigs deliver clean tones with clarity and sensitivity, as well as driven and lead sounds with sustain, harmonic detail, and note definition.
Use it for expressive lead playing, blues rock rhythm tracks, fusion-inspired tones, or layered guitar productions that require articulation and dynamic control.
Pack Contents
- 86 Rigs: Including 43 Studio Rigs and 43 DI Rigs
- 30 Patches: Inspired by tones from Poison* through the Smith/Kotzen era
- Multiple amplifier captures: Including Marshall JMP Plexi* and Yamaha DG-80*
- Multiple cabinet and microphone combinations: Captured for a range of tonal options
- THU Essential license included: No additional purchase required to use the library
Designed for Expressive Rock and Fusion Guitar Production
The RKotz Collection is designed for guitarists, producers, and engineers who need responsive amp tones that retain articulation and harmonic detail across clean, edge-of-breakup, and lead settings. The rigs are well suited for rock, blues rock, fusion, hard rock, and lead-focused guitar production.
Use it for tracking, re-amping, solos, melodic lead work, or rhythm parts where touch sensitivity and dynamic response are important.
Captured Gear and Signal Chain
The RKotz Collection was created by capturing multiple amplifiers, cabinets, and microphone combinations associated with Richie Kotzen-inspired guitar tones using Overloud’s capture workflow.
Amplifiers*
- 1987 Marshall JMP Plexi*
- Yamaha DG-80*
Cabinets*
- Marshall 4x12 1960AX
- DG-80 cabinet with G12H-100 speakers
Microphones*
- Shure SM57
- Sennheiser MD421
- Royer R121
- Neumann U87
OVERLOUD CAPTURING TECHNOLOGY
THU is the first amp simulator to include both amp modeling and amp capturing technologies.
These Rig Models are created from real setups. Overloud's proprietary technology captures the response of an entire rig, including the nonlinear and dynamic response of the amplifier, the cabinet, the microphones, the mic preamplifier, and the room sound.
The Rig Player, integrated into THU, reproduces the nuances of the sampled rigs and can combine models from different setups.
FAQ
Do I need THU to use the RKotz Collection?
No additional purchase is required. The RKotz Collection includes a THU Essential license, so you can start playing immediately.
What styles is this library designed for?
It is designed for expressive rock and fusion guitar tones, including blues rock, hard rock, melodic lead playing, and dynamic clean-to-driven guitar production.
What’s the difference between Studio Rigs and DI Rigs?
Studio Rigs include the full captured signal chain, while DI Rigs allow you to pair the amplifier captures with your own cabinets and impulse responses.
Can I use these tones in my own productions?
Yes. The RKotz Collection is designed for recording, re-amping, and production work inside THU.
* Any use of third party trademarks, logos, mentioned brand names, products and services, artist names, band names, and studio names is only referential and Overloud hereby disclaims any Sponsorship, Affiliation or Endorsement of or by any such third party.
