Distorted Tone
Man In the Box (Live)
Alice In Chains
Bassrock1990s
Original Gear
Bass1980s Spector NS-2
AmpAmpeg SVT (likely SVT-II or SVT-CL) with 8x10 cab
PickupsEMG P/J active pickups
Amp Settings
gain6.5
bass5.5
mid6.5
treble6
presence6
compression4
Effects & Signal Chain
compressionAmpeg Ampeg Opto Comp Bass Compressor
Notes
Live, early 1990s (1990-1993), Mike Starr era
Tone Character(10)
gritty and aggressivegrowly midrangedeep low endclear pick attackcompressed sustainslightly scooped midstight low endpunchy presencesits above drumsclassic hard rock/metal drive
Difficulty
The line is mostly straightforward with some syncopation and requires tight, consistent pick playing to maintain clarity and punch through the overdriven mix.
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Original Gear
Bass1980s Spector NS-2
AmpAmpeg SVT (likely SVT-II or SVT-CL) with 8x10 cab
PickupsEMG P/J active pickups
Amp Settings
gain6.5
bass5.5
mid6.5
treble6
presence6
compression4
Effects & Signal Chain
compressionAmpeg Ampeg Opto Comp Bass Compressor
Notes
Live, early 1990s (1990-1993), Mike Starr era
Tone Character(10)
gritty and aggressivegrowly midrangedeep low endclear pick attackcompressed sustainslightly scooped midstight low endpunchy presencesits above drumsclassic hard rock/metal drive
Difficulty
The line is mostly straightforward with some syncopation and requires tight, consistent pick playing to maintain clarity and punch through the overdriven mix.
Man In the Box (Live) settings for your amp
Exact settings ToneAdapt players use on these amps.
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