Distorted Tone

Bleed

Meshuggah

Bassmetal2000s

Original Gear

BassWarwick Dolphin Pro I 5-string (custom, Bartolini pickups)

AmpFractal Audio Axe-Fx Ultra (amp/cab/effects modeling, no traditional amp head)

PickupsBartolini soapbar (active), likely both pickups blended

Amp Settings

gain8

bass5

mid6.5

treble7

presence7

compression7

Effects & Signal Chain

preampFractal Audio Fractal Audio Axe-Fx Ultra

Notes

Studio recording, 2007-2008 (ObZen album sessions); bass run through Fractal Axe-Fx Ultra with programmed patches for each song; no evidence of traditional amp used in studio

Tone Character(9)

aggressive grindtight low endclanky attackcompressedmid-scoopedarticulatemodernpercussivecontrolled distortion

Difficulty

The bass part in 'Bleed' is notorious for its relentless speed, polyrhythmic complexity, and the need for precise, consistent fingerstyle technique under heavy distortion. The low tuning and aggressive tone demand advanced muting and articulation skills.

Sources

Meshuggah Rig Rundown: Thordendal, Hagstrom, Lovgren - Premier Guitar Meshuggah - Bleed - Bass Cover - with fingers, one take Meshuggahs bass guitar tone setup Dick Lövgren Bass tuning help : r/Meshuggah

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