Distorted Tone
Bulls In The Bronx
Pierce the Veil
Bassrock2010s+
Original Gear
BassSterling by Music Man SUB Ray5
AmpAmpeg VST (mini VST Ampeg amp, likely SVT emulation in studio)
PickupsH (single Music Man-style humbucker, bridge position)
Amp Settings
gain5.5
bass5.5
mid6.5
treble7
presence6.5
compression6.5
Effects & Signal Chain
preampTech 21 Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI
compressionUnknown Compressor (studio or pedal, exact model unknown)
Notes
Studio recording, 2012, album 'Collide With The Sky'. Multiple sources confirm use of Ampeg VST amp and SansAmp preamp in studio.
Tone Character(9)
aggressive pick attackclanky upper midstight low endgritty overdrivearticulate note definitionslightly compressedmodern rock punchcutting presencegrowly midrange
Difficulty
The part requires fast, consistent pick technique, tight timing with complex drum patterns, and some string skipping. While not virtuosic, it demands above-average stamina and precision for modern rock.
Sources
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Original Gear
BassSterling by Music Man SUB Ray5
AmpAmpeg VST (mini VST Ampeg amp, likely SVT emulation in studio)
PickupsH (single Music Man-style humbucker, bridge position)
Amp Settings
gain5.5
bass5.5
mid6.5
treble7
presence6.5
compression6.5
Effects & Signal Chain
preampTech 21 Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI
compressionUnknown Compressor (studio or pedal, exact model unknown)
Notes
Studio recording, 2012, album 'Collide With The Sky'. Multiple sources confirm use of Ampeg VST amp and SansAmp preamp in studio.
Tone Character(9)
aggressive pick attackclanky upper midstight low endgritty overdrivearticulate note definitionslightly compressedmodern rock punchcutting presencegrowly midrange
Difficulty
The part requires fast, consistent pick technique, tight timing with complex drum patterns, and some string skipping. While not virtuosic, it demands above-average stamina and precision for modern rock.
Bulls In The Bronx settings for your amp
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