Clean Tone

Fascination Street (2010 Remaster)

The Cure

Bassrock1980s

Original Gear

BassMusic Man StingRay (4-string, likely 1980s model, active electronics)

AmpAmpeg SVT (tube head, likely 1970s/80s, classic 8x10 cab)

PickupsSingle humbucker (bridge position, Music Man standard)

Amp Settings

gain0

bass6.5

mid4.5

treble5.5

presence4.5

compression7

Effects & Signal Chain

chorusBoss Boss CE-2 Chorus (or similar, e.g., CE-5)

Notes

Studio recording, 1989 (Disintegration sessions); 2010 remaster is from original multitracks

Tone Character(10)

deep and hollowmid-scoopedbright top endtight low endclear note definitionchorus shimmerno audible drivepercussive pick attackslightly compressedairy, open sound

Difficulty

The line is repetitive and rhythmically straightforward, but requires tight, consistent pick technique and dynamic control to maintain the song's hypnotic groove and clarity.

Sources

The cure bass sound. | TalkBass.com Fascination Street. Bass Tone? | TalkBass.com The Cure – Disintegration (Deluxe Edition)"The Cure" bass tone

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