Distorted Tone

How Does It Feel?

Citizen

Bassrock2010s+

Original Gear

BassFender American Standard Jaguar Bass (2014)

AmpTech 21 SansAmp RBI (preamp/DI) into Crown Audio XLS 1500 power amp, BBE 362 Sonic Maximizer

PickupsPJ configuration (Precision split-coil + Jazz single-coil)

Amp Settings

gain6.5

bass5.5

mid6.5

treble6.5

presence6

compression4.5

Effects & Signal Chain

preampTech 21 Tech 21 SansAmp RBI

otherBBE BBE 362 Sonic Maximizer

Notes

Studio context inferred from album release and rig rundown; gear confirmed as of 2021, likely used on studio recording for 'Life In Your Glass World' (2021)

Tone Character(9)

aggressive midrange punchclanky pick attackdeep low end with controlled boomgritty, saturated overdriveclear note definition despite distortionslightly compressed dynamicsmodern post-hardcore grindtight low midspresence in upper mids

Difficulty

The part is rhythmically straightforward but requires tight, consistent pick attack and control of dynamics to maintain note clarity and punch through heavy overdrive.

Sources

Rig Rundown: Citizen [2021] - Premier Guitar

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