Distorted Tone

Bite the Pain

Death

Bassmetal1990s

Original Gear

BassSpector NS-2 (likely Euro or US model, as used by Scott Clendenin in late Death era)

AmpAmpeg SVT (classic tube head, likely SVT-CL or SVT-II, standard for Death's late 90s studio/live)

PickupsEMG PJ (active P+J configuration)

Amp Settings

gain8

bass5

mid6.5

treble7

presence6.5

compression4.5

Effects & Signal Chain

overdriveBoss Boss ODB-3 Bass OverDrive (possible, not confirmed for this track)

Notes

Studio recording, 1998, The Sound of Perseverance sessions

Tone Character(9)

aggressive midrange biteclanky pick attackgritty overdriven texturetight low endscooped lower midsclear note separationslight compressionmetallic edgeaudible grind in mix

Difficulty

The song demands fast, consistent pick technique, tight muting for note separation, and the ability to navigate rapid rhythm changes and syncopated lines typical of technical death metal.

Sources

Boundaries - Death is a little more TONE : r/Metalcore Old school brutal death metal bass tone?Death - Spirit Crusher : r/progmetal

Create an account to adapt this tone to your gear

Create Free Account