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Clean Tone

Holy Wars...The Punishment Due (2004 Remix)

Megadeth

Bassmetal1990s

Original Gear

BassJackson Concert Bass (likely 1980s/early 1990s model, passive)
AmpAmpeg SVT (classic tube head, likely 8x10 cab)
PickupsPJ (Precision/Jazz) configuration, passive

Amp Settings

gain0
bass5
mid6.5
treble6.5
presence6
compression6

Effects & Signal Chain

No effects used for this tone

Notes

Studio recording, 1990 (Rust in Peace sessions), 2004 Remix is a remaster of the original studio track

Tone Character(8)
tight and articulateclear note definitionslightly scooped midsdeep but not boomy low endcrisp attackstudio-polished clarityfast transient responsemetal pick attack but clean signal

Difficulty

The clean section requires precise, fast alternate picking with a pick, tight synchronization with the band, and clear articulation at high speed, making it challenging for most bassists.

Sources

Megadeth - Holy Wars...The Punishment Due - Ultimate Guitar[QUESTION] Looking for Megadeth Rust in peace ToneMegadeth: Holy Wars…The Punishment Due – Bassline Tutorial and Tab – TalkingBass

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