Distorted Tone

Cryogen

Muse

Bassrock2010s+

Original Gear

BassStatus Graphite S2-Classic (custom, Chris Wolstenholme signature)

AmpAmpeg SVT-4 PRO with Ampeg 8x10 cabinet (studio context inferred from Muse's standard setup)

PickupsStatus Hyperactive (humbucker, active electronics)

Amp Settings

gain7

bass5.5

mid6

treble7

presence7

compression5.5

Effects & Signal Chain

compressionDBX DBX 160A Compressor

fuzzElectro-Harmonix Electro-Harmonix Bass Big Muff Pi

preampTech 21 Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI

Notes

Studio recording, 2024 (2020s era), likely DI + amp blend as per Muse's usual practice

Tone Character(8)

heavily saturated fuzzsynth-like sustainaggressive upper midrange bitetight low endpronounced pick attackcompressed and controlled dynamicsbuzzsaw distortion textureclear note definition despite heavy drive

Difficulty

The part demands fast, accurate pick technique and control of dynamics to cut through dense fuzz, making it challenging for most players.

Sources

Muse Pedalboard : r/Bass - Reddit Bass pedal set up to recreate tone of the Handler? : r/Muse - Reddit

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