Distorted Tone

Domination (Live from Monsters In Moscow Festival, 1991)

Pantera

Bassmetal1990s

Original Gear

BassSpector NS-2 (likely, or Spector Euro 4)

AmpAmpeg SVT (likely SVT-II or SVT-4 Pro, classic Ampeg fridge 8x10 cab)

PickupsEMG PJ (active PJ configuration)

Amp Settings

gain7.5

bass5

mid6.5

treble7

presence6.5

compression4

Effects & Signal Chain

compressionUnknown Compressor (rackmount or pedal, likely DBX or Boss LMB-3)

Notes

Live, Monsters in Moscow Festival, 1991. Rex Brown, Pantera. No evidence of direct input only; likely amp-mic'd.

Tone Character(9)

aggressive pick attackmid-scooped punchclanky upper midsaudible grindtight low endmetallic edgepercussive articulationclear note separationsits under guitar but cuts through in breakdown

Difficulty

The song requires fast, precise pick playing, tight rhythm section lock-in, and dynamic control to maintain clarity and punch under a gritty, overdriven tone. While not virtuosic, it demands above-average stamina and accuracy.

Sources

Pantera Rig Rundown with Rex Brown and Zakk Wylde - Premier Guitar Pantera Members, Gear & Sound Best pedals to emulate Rex Brown's tone? : r/basspedals What was the real setlist of Moscow 1991? The versions I have found are all slightly different. : r/Pantera

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