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Distorted Tone

Dead!

My Chemical Romance

Bassrock2000s

Original Gear

BassFender American Standard Precision Bass
AmpAmpeg SVT Classic with 8x10 cabinet
PickupsSplit single-coil Precision pickup

Amp Settings

gain6.5
bass5.5
mid6.5
treble6.5
presence6
compression4.5

Effects & Signal Chain

compressionDBX Studio Compressor (likely DBX 160 or similar rack unit)
overdriveAmpeg Amp Overdrive (Ampeg SVT tube breakup)

Notes

Studio recording, 2006 (The Black Parade album sessions)

Tone Character(10)
aggressive pick attackmidrange growlclanky top endtight low endslight fuzzinessclear note definitionpunchy presencecuts through dense mixdistorted but not fuzzymodern punk/rock bass drive

Difficulty

The part is rhythmically straightforward but requires tight, aggressive pick technique and stamina to maintain the drive and articulation throughout the song.

Sources

My Chemical Romance – The Black Parade - Gear & Equipment Used on the Album | EquipboardMy Chemical Romance – Life on the Murder Scene - Gear & Equipment Used on the Album | EquipboardMikey Way | Equipboard

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