Distorted Tone

It's My Life

Bon Jovi

Bassrock2000s

Original Gear

BassFender Precision Bass (likely 5-string, possibly custom or modified for low notes)

AmpAmpeg SVT (classic tube head, likely with matching 8x10 cab)

PickupsSplit single-coil (Precision configuration)

Amp Settings

gain6

bass5.5

mid5.5

treble6

presence6

compression6.5

Effects & Signal Chain

No effects used for this tone

Notes

Studio recording, released 2000, 'Crush' album. Bassist: Hugh McDonald (not Alec John Such).

Tone Character(9)

midrange punchgritty upper midstight low endaggressive pick attackslightly compressedcontrolled sustainclear note definitionstudio-polished drivenot fuzzy, but clearly overdriven

Difficulty

The part is rhythmically straightforward but requires tight pick technique and dynamic control to maintain the song's drive and clarity, especially in the distorted sections.

Sources

Bon Jovi – New Jersey - Gear & Equipment Used on the Album | Equipboard Bon Jovi – Slippery When Wet - Gear & Equipment Used on the Album | Equipboard Trying to get a Bon Jovi bass sound

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