Distorted Tone
Braille (For Stevie Wonder's Eyes Only)
Vow of Volition
Bassmetal2010s+
Original Gear
BassFender Jazz Bass (likely, genre/era inference; exact model not confirmed)
AmpAmpeg SVT Classic (genre/era inference; no direct source)
PickupsDual single-coil (Jazz Bass configuration)
Amp Settings
gain7
bass5.5
mid6.5
treble6.5
presence6
compression4.5
Effects & Signal Chain
overdriveDarkglass Darkglass Microtubes B3K
compressionMXR MXR M87 Bass Compressor
Notes
Studio recording, 2010s+; no direct rig rundown or interview found for this song
Tone Character(9)
aggressive mid-scoopclanky pick attacktight low endgritty upper midsmodern distorted bassarticulate note separationslight compressionclear string definitionsustained overdrive
Difficulty
The distorted section requires fast, aggressive pick playing with tight muting and precise timing to maintain note clarity and articulation through heavy overdrive. The tone and technique demand control and stamina typical of modern metal/prog bass work.
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Create Free AccountBassmetal2010s+
Original Gear
BassFender Jazz Bass (likely, genre/era inference; exact model not confirmed)
AmpAmpeg SVT Classic (genre/era inference; no direct source)
PickupsDual single-coil (Jazz Bass configuration)
Amp Settings
gain7
bass5.5
mid6.5
treble6.5
presence6
compression4.5
Effects & Signal Chain
overdriveDarkglass Darkglass Microtubes B3K
compressionMXR MXR M87 Bass Compressor
Notes
Studio recording, 2010s+; no direct rig rundown or interview found for this song
Tone Character(9)
aggressive mid-scoopclanky pick attacktight low endgritty upper midsmodern distorted bassarticulate note separationslight compressionclear string definitionsustained overdrive
Difficulty
The distorted section requires fast, aggressive pick playing with tight muting and precise timing to maintain note clarity and articulation through heavy overdrive. The tone and technique demand control and stamina typical of modern metal/prog bass work.