Distorted Tone
Nude
Radiohead
Bassrock2000s
Original Gear
BassFender Precision Bass (likely 1963, 1972, or 1976 model)
AmpAmpeg SVT-VR (with Ampeg SVT 810 cabinet)
PickupsSplit single-coil (Precision Bass standard)
Amp Settings
gain6
bass5.5
mid6
treble5.5
presence5
compression5.5
Effects & Signal Chain
preampTech 21 Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI
Notes
Studio recording, 2006-2007 (In Rainbows sessions); Colin Greenwood's main studio basses for this era were vintage Fender Precisions, with Ampeg SVT-VR as primary amp per Equipboard and multiple interviews.
Tone Character(9)
deep and warm low endrounded attackslightly gritty drivesubtle compressionfull-bodiedmild breakupsustainnot harsh or fizzysynthy/dubby character
Difficulty
The line is rhythmically simple but requires careful dynamic control and touch to maintain the song's subtle drive and sustain, especially in the distorted section.
Sources
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Original Gear
BassFender Precision Bass (likely 1963, 1972, or 1976 model)
AmpAmpeg SVT-VR (with Ampeg SVT 810 cabinet)
PickupsSplit single-coil (Precision Bass standard)
Amp Settings
gain6
bass5.5
mid6
treble5.5
presence5
compression5.5
Effects & Signal Chain
preampTech 21 Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI
Notes
Studio recording, 2006-2007 (In Rainbows sessions); Colin Greenwood's main studio basses for this era were vintage Fender Precisions, with Ampeg SVT-VR as primary amp per Equipboard and multiple interviews.
Tone Character(9)
deep and warm low endrounded attackslightly gritty drivesubtle compressionfull-bodiedmild breakupsustainnot harsh or fizzysynthy/dubby character
Difficulty
The line is rhythmically simple but requires careful dynamic control and touch to maintain the song's subtle drive and sustain, especially in the distorted section.
Nude settings for your amp
Exact settings ToneAdapt players use on these amps.
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