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Korn

Bassmetal1990s

Original Gear

BassIbanez SR1305 (pre-signature, 5-string active bass)
AmpMesa/Boogie Basis M-2000 Head into Mesa/Boogie 4x10 cabinet
PickupsIbanez ADX5 soapbar (active, dual pickup configuration)

Amp Settings

gain7
bass5.5
mid6
treble7
presence7
compression5.5

Effects & Signal Chain

distortionBoss Boss ODB-3 Bass OverDrive

Notes

Studio recording, 1994, Indigo Ranch Studios for Korn's debut album

Tone Character(9)
deep and subby low endextremely scooped midsclanky, percussive attackaggressive high-end clickaudible overdrive/distortiontight, compressed envelopegritty, almost fuzzy edgemetallic, synthetic top enddistinctive slap/pop transient

Difficulty

While the note choices are simple, the slap technique, muting, and consistent attack needed for Fieldy's signature percussive, clanky sound require intermediate skill and control.

Sources

Reginald "Fieldy" Arvizu | EquipboardKorn | TalkBass.comIbanez K5 Fieldy Signature - What To Know & Where To Buy | EquipboardHow does Fieldy get his sound? - General Discussion - Basschat

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