Distorted Tone
G.O.A.T.
Polyphia
Bassprog2010s+
Original Gear
BassIbanez SR5005
AmpDarkglass Microtubes B7K (preamp/DI), likely into studio interface or neutral amp
PickupsNordstrand Big Single (active, dual pickup)
Amp Settings
gain6.5
bass5
mid7
treble7
presence7
compression7
Effects & Signal Chain
preampDarkglass Darkglass Microtubes B7K
compressionUnknown Compressor (likely built-in or plugin)
Notes
Studio, 2018 (album: New Levels New Devils); no evidence of traditional amp, DI with preamp/drive pedal is most likely
Tone Character(9)
tight, mid-forward grindaggressive pick attackcompressed and punchyarticulate note separationclanky upper midscontrolled low endmodern, hi-fi distortionslightly scooped lows but not thinsustained, harmonically rich
Difficulty
The bass part in 'G.O.A.T.' demands advanced pick technique, rapid note changes, and tight muting to maintain clarity in a dense mix. The aggressive, syncopated rhythms and technical fills require a high level of precision and stamina.
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Original Gear
BassIbanez SR5005
AmpDarkglass Microtubes B7K (preamp/DI), likely into studio interface or neutral amp
PickupsNordstrand Big Single (active, dual pickup)
Amp Settings
gain6.5
bass5
mid7
treble7
presence7
compression7
Effects & Signal Chain
preampDarkglass Darkglass Microtubes B7K
compressionUnknown Compressor (likely built-in or plugin)
Notes
Studio, 2018 (album: New Levels New Devils); no evidence of traditional amp, DI with preamp/drive pedal is most likely
Tone Character(9)
tight, mid-forward grindaggressive pick attackcompressed and punchyarticulate note separationclanky upper midscontrolled low endmodern, hi-fi distortionslightly scooped lows but not thinsustained, harmonically rich
Difficulty
The bass part in 'G.O.A.T.' demands advanced pick technique, rapid note changes, and tight muting to maintain clarity in a dense mix. The aggressive, syncopated rhythms and technical fills require a high level of precision and stamina.
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