Clean Tone

Get On the Floor

Michael Jackson

Bassfunk1980s

Original Gear

BassMusic Man StingRay (late 1970s, 4-string, active electronics) and Alembic Series I (overdubbed)

AmpNot explicitly documented; likely direct (DI) with possible Ampeg B-15 or similar tube amp for warmth (typical for era and Louis Johnson's studio work)

PickupsMusic Man: single humbucker (bridge); Alembic: dual pickups (neck and bridge, blendable)

Amp Settings

gain0

bass5.5

mid4.5

treble7

presence5

compression8

Effects & Signal Chain

No effects used for this tone

Notes

Studio recording, 1979 (album: Off The Wall). Isolated tracks confirm both Music Man StingRay and Alembic Series I were used and blended in the final mix.

Tone Character(10)

tight and punchycrisp attacksnappy highsdeep low endpercussive slapclear note separationfull-bodiedminimal gritstudio-polishedfast transient response

Difficulty

The line features rapid slap/pop, intricate syncopation, and requires advanced muting and articulation to maintain clarity at high speed. Mastery of funk slap technique is essential.

Sources

LOUIS JOHNSON 'Get On The Floor' ISOLATED BASSES - General Discussion - Basschat Michael Jackson - Get on the Floor bassline (Louis Johnson) - Reddit

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