Distorted Tone

Lateralus

TOOL

Bassprog2000s

Original Gear

BassWal Mk II 4-string

AmpGallien-Krueger 800RB (studio, likely blended with DI and/or additional amp)

PickupsDual humbuckers (Wal proprietary, active electronics)

Amp Settings

gain6

bass5

mid7

treble7

presence6

compression5

Effects & Signal Chain

compressionMXR MXR M87 Bass Compressor

preampTech 21 Tech 21 SansAmp GT2

distortionPro Co Pro Co Turbo Rat

eqBoss Boss GEB-7 Bass Equalizer

Notes

Studio recording, 2000-2001, album session for 'Lateralus'. Justin Chancellor's rig is confirmed via interviews and rig rundowns for this era.

Tone Character(9)

aggressive midrange grindclanky and metallic pick attacktight, controlled low endclear note separation under driveharmonically rich overdriveslightly compressedpresent upper midsdynamic, not overly squashedarticulate under heavy mix

Difficulty

The bass part in 'Lateralus' is technically demanding due to its shifting time signatures, aggressive pick attack, and the need to maintain articulation and dynamic control under a driven, mid-heavy tone.

Sources

Tool – Lateralus - Gear & Equipment Used on the Album | Equipboard Tool's Justin Chancellor's Epic Rig: Insider Look - Premier Guitar The Bass of Tool: How to Make a Bass Tone That Rules the Entire Mix HELIX Justin Chancellor Presets · Lateralus TOOL Bass Presets

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