Distorted Tone

Danger Can't

Mom Jeans.

Bassrock2010s+

Original Gear

BassFender Jazz Bass (likely Mexican or American Standard, based on band photos and live videos)

AmpAmpeg SVT-CL with 8x10 cab (inferred from live photos and genre standard)

PickupsJ-style single coils (neck and bridge)

Amp Settings

gain6

bass5.5

mid6.5

treble6.5

presence6

compression4.5

Effects & Signal Chain

overdriveUnknown Unspecified Bass Overdrive (likely Darkglass or EHX Bass Big Muff)

Notes

Studio recording, album released 2018 (recorded 2017-2018), no direct rig rundown for this song but consistent with band's era and genre

Tone Character(9)

aggressive pick attackmid-forward grindclanky upper midsnoticeable overdrive/fuzz texturetight low endslightly compressedpresent in the mixraspy breakupmodern emo/indie rock bass sound

Difficulty

The part requires solid pick technique and tight rhythm, but the lines are not technically complex. The main challenge is maintaining clarity and aggression in the overdriven tone.

Sources

Does anyone have a good ELI5 guide for bass tone? I'll ... - Reddit How to Get the PERFECT Bass Tone - BassBuzz Forum

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