Distorted Tone

Counting Worms

Knocked Loose

Bassmetal2010s+

Original Gear

BassIbanez BTB Series 5-string (likely BTB675 or similar, as per live/studio rig)

AmpAmpeg SVT Classic (tube head), likely into Mesa 8x10 cab

PickupsBartolini BH2 humbuckers (dual humbucker configuration)

Amp Settings

gain8.5

bass5

mid7

treble7

presence6.5

compression5.5

Effects & Signal Chain

preampDarkglass Electronics Darkglass Microtubes B7K Analog Bass Preamp

Notes

Studio recording, 2016-2017 (Laugh Tracks album); Kevin Otten confirmed to use this rig live and in studio during this era.

Tone Character(10)

aggressive and saturatedtight low endclanky upper midsgrowling, gritty distortioncompressed and punchyclear note separationaudible pick attackslight mid scoopwall-of-sound presencemodern metalcore grind

Difficulty

The part is rhythmically straightforward but requires precise, aggressive pick technique and tight timing to cut through the dense mix and distortion.

Sources

Kevin Otten | Equipboard KNocked Loose Members, Gear & Sound | Equipboard Rig Tour: Isaac Hale & Kevin Otten of Knocked Loose - InSync

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