Distorted Tone

Death Blooms

Mudvayne

Bassmetal2000s

Original Gear

BassWarwick Thumb 5 (bolt-on, likely early 2000s model)

AmpAmpeg SVT-4 Pro (studio era), possible Gallien-Krueger live

PickupsMEC active J/J (Jazz-style) pickups

Amp Settings

gain7.5

bass5

mid6.5

treble7

presence6.5

compression6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

compressionDBX DBX 160A Compressor

Notes

Studio recording, 2000 (L.D. 50 album); Warwick Thumb 5-string, Ampeg SVT-4 Pro confirmed for album; live rigs sometimes used GK but studio is Ampeg.

Tone Character(9)

aggressive midrange grindclanky attackgrowly and snarlytight low endhigh note articulationcompressed and punchyslight scoop in midsaudible overdrive/distortionmodern, focused metal bass

Difficulty

The part features advanced fingerstyle with syncopation, ghost notes, and rapid fills, all requiring precise dynamic control to cut through heavy distortion and maintain clarity.

Sources

Help me get the Mudvayne bass tone Ryan Martinie Mudvayne Members, Gear & Sound Mudvayne's "L.D. 50" : r/Bass Help finding tone

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