Distorted Tone
Opiate
TOOL
BassAlternative metal / progressive metal1990s
Original Gear
BassRickenbacker 4001 Chris Squire model (Paul D'Amour era)
AmpUnknown
PickupsUnknown
Amp Settings
gain6.5
bass5.5
mid6.5
treble6
presence6.5
compression4.5
Effects & Signal Chain
No effects used for this tone
Notes
On early recordings including Opiate, bassist Paul D'Amour used a Rickenbacker 4001 Chris Squire model and Music Man StingRay, laying the tonal groundwork for the band’s sound. Specific gear for that track is not well documented.
Tone Character(3)
Punchy low-endDistinct mid‑range presenceClear, cutting tone
Difficulty
The bass part in 'Opiate' is rhythmically driving with moderate fills and syncopation, requiring solid technique but not advanced techniques like slap or tapping.
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Create Free AccountBassAlternative metal / progressive metal1990s
Original Gear
BassRickenbacker 4001 Chris Squire model (Paul D'Amour era)
AmpUnknown
PickupsUnknown
Amp Settings
gain6.5
bass5.5
mid6.5
treble6
presence6.5
compression4.5
Effects & Signal Chain
No effects used for this tone
Notes
On early recordings including Opiate, bassist Paul D'Amour used a Rickenbacker 4001 Chris Squire model and Music Man StingRay, laying the tonal groundwork for the band’s sound. Specific gear for that track is not well documented.
Tone Character(3)
Punchy low-endDistinct mid‑range presenceClear, cutting tone
Difficulty
The bass part in 'Opiate' is rhythmically driving with moderate fills and syncopation, requiring solid technique but not advanced techniques like slap or tapping.
Opiate settings for your amp
Exact settings ToneAdapt players use on these amps.
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