Distorted Tone
One of These Nights
Eagles
BassRock, country rock, soft rock (with R&B/disco influence)1970s
Original Gear
BassRickenbacker 4001 (also used Fender Precision, Jazz Bass, Hagstrom, Music Man StingRay over career; specific model on this track uncertain)
AmpAmpeg amps and Fender Dual Showman (various Ampeg amps likely used in studio)
PickupsUnknown
Amp Settings
gain4.5
bass6.5
mid5.5
treble6
presence5.5
compression4
Effects & Signal Chain
No effects used for this tone
Notes
Randy Meisner used Rickenbacker 4001 on parts of 'One of These Nights'; also known to use Fender Precision, Jazz, Hagstrom, Music Man StingRay across his career. Strings were Fender flatwounds. Exact amp model for recording not confirmed.
Tone Character(5)
melodichypnoticpunchyassertive rhythmicfour-on-the-floor disco-influenced
Difficulty
The bass line features a melodic, hypnotic riff with syncopation and precise rhythmic control, requiring intermediate technique.
Sources
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Create Free AccountBassRock, country rock, soft rock (with R&B/disco influence)1970s
Original Gear
BassRickenbacker 4001 (also used Fender Precision, Jazz Bass, Hagstrom, Music Man StingRay over career; specific model on this track uncertain)
AmpAmpeg amps and Fender Dual Showman (various Ampeg amps likely used in studio)
PickupsUnknown
Amp Settings
gain4.5
bass6.5
mid5.5
treble6
presence5.5
compression4
Effects & Signal Chain
No effects used for this tone
Notes
Randy Meisner used Rickenbacker 4001 on parts of 'One of These Nights'; also known to use Fender Precision, Jazz, Hagstrom, Music Man StingRay across his career. Strings were Fender flatwounds. Exact amp model for recording not confirmed.
Tone Character(5)
melodichypnoticpunchyassertive rhythmicfour-on-the-floor disco-influenced
Difficulty
The bass line features a melodic, hypnotic riff with syncopation and precise rhythmic control, requiring intermediate technique.
One of These Nights settings for your amp
Exact settings ToneAdapt players use on these amps.
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