Distorted Tone
Frizzle Fry
Primus
Bassrock1990s
Original Gear
BassCarl Thompson 4-string (custom, early 80s model)
AmpADA MP-1 Preamp (custom-modded) → Ampeg SVT (likely SVT-CL or vintage SVT head) → Ampeg 8x10 cabinet
PickupsDual soapbar-style (custom, passive)
Amp Settings
gain7
bass4.5
mid6.5
treble6.5
presence6.5
compression4
Effects & Signal Chain
preampADA ADA MP-1 Preamp (custom-modded)
Notes
Studio recording, 1989, Frizzle Fry album; Les Claypool's main bass and amp rig for this era. ADA MP-1 preamp was custom-modded for his tone.
Tone Character(10)
raspy midrange distortionclanky and percussive attackaggressive growlslightly compressedpunchy and presentslightly scooped lowscutting treblefarting overdrive texturedynamic slap responsearticulate note separation
Difficulty
The song requires advanced slap technique at high speed, intricate rhythmic phrasing, and precise muting, making it challenging for most players.
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Original Gear
BassCarl Thompson 4-string (custom, early 80s model)
AmpADA MP-1 Preamp (custom-modded) → Ampeg SVT (likely SVT-CL or vintage SVT head) → Ampeg 8x10 cabinet
PickupsDual soapbar-style (custom, passive)
Amp Settings
gain7
bass4.5
mid6.5
treble6.5
presence6.5
compression4
Effects & Signal Chain
preampADA ADA MP-1 Preamp (custom-modded)
Notes
Studio recording, 1989, Frizzle Fry album; Les Claypool's main bass and amp rig for this era. ADA MP-1 preamp was custom-modded for his tone.
Tone Character(10)
raspy midrange distortionclanky and percussive attackaggressive growlslightly compressedpunchy and presentslightly scooped lowscutting treblefarting overdrive texturedynamic slap responsearticulate note separation
Difficulty
The song requires advanced slap technique at high speed, intricate rhythmic phrasing, and precise muting, making it challenging for most players.
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