Distorted Tone

Embracing Emptiness

Crowbar

Bassmetal1990s

Original Gear

BassFender Precision Bass

AmpAmpeg SVT (classic tube head, likely 70s/90s reissue)

PickupsSplit single-coil (P-style)

Amp Settings

gain7

bass5

mid6.5

treble6

presence6

compression4

Effects & Signal Chain

distortionMXR MXR M-181 Bass Blowtorch Distortion

Notes

Studio recording, 1993 (from the self-titled 'Crowbar' album); no direct evidence of live rig for this song, all references point to studio context.

Tone Character(8)

deep and rumblingthick, gritty distortiongrowly midrangesludgy and saturatedaggressive attackcompressed lowsslightly scooped midsraw, unpolished texture

Difficulty

The bass part is straightforward, emphasizing sustained, heavy notes with minimal technical demands. The main challenge is maintaining a consistent, aggressive tone and locking in with the band's massive groove.

Sources

Crowbar Members, Gear & Sound | Equipboard Any good bass heavy bands? : r/InMetalWeTrust - Reddit

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