Clean Tone

Breed

Nirvana

Bassrock1990s

Original Gear

BassGibson Ripper (Krist Novoselic's main bass during Nevermind era, but also possible Fender Precision Bass on some tracks)

AmpAmpeg SVT (classic tube head, 8x10 cab, as confirmed for Nevermind sessions)

PickupsDual humbuckers (Ripper) or split single-coil (Precision)

Amp Settings

gain0

bass5.5

mid6

treble6

presence5

compression3.5

Effects & Signal Chain

No effects used for this tone

Notes

Studio, 1991, Nevermind album session. Clean section of 'Breed'.

Tone Character(8)

full-bodied low endclear, punchy attackeven, uncompressed dynamicsslightly scooped midsnatural amp warmtharticulate note separationno audible drive or breakuporganic, unprocessed feel

Difficulty

The part is rhythmically straightforward but played at a fast tempo with a pick, requiring stamina and consistent articulation. No advanced techniques or complex fills are present.

Sources

Recreating the bass tone of 'Breed' by Nirvana - Reddit Krist Novoselic (Of Nirvana) Bass Tone - Reddit How do I get a Breed sound out of my Rat? | TalkBass.com

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