Distorted Tone

Curse

Architects

Bassmetal2010s+

Original Gear

BassDingwall NG2 5-string

AmpNeural DSP Quad Cortex (amp modeling, likely Darkglass B7K/Alpha Omega or Ampeg SVT sim)

PickupsDingwall FD3-N pickups (multi-scale, soapbar, active)

Amp Settings

gain7

bass5

mid6.5

treble7

presence7

compression6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

overdriveNeural DSP Neural DSP Darkglass B7K Ultra (Quad Cortex model)

compressionNeural DSP Quad Cortex Compressor (studio comp model)

Notes

Studio recording, 2021 (For Those That Wish To Exist album). No direct evidence of a physical amp; Quad Cortex used for both live and studio tones per band interviews and playthroughs.

Tone Character(9)

clanky upper midsaggressive pick attacktight low endmodern metallic grindarticulate note definitionslightly scooped midshigh-end sizzlecompressed punchgrowling distortion

Difficulty

The part requires fast, consistent pick playing in a very low tuning, with tight rhythm and articulation to cut through a dense mix. While not virtuosic, it demands stamina, accuracy, and control over aggressive dynamics.

Sources

Complete Architects Tunings List : r/ArchitectsUK - Reddit Adam Christianson | Equipboard Finally a part of the QC family : r/NeuralDSP - Reddit Quad Cortex - Bass (Suggestions) : r/QuadCortex - Reddit

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