Clean Tone

Rust In Peace...Polaris (2004 Remix)

Megadeth

Bassmetal2000s

Original Gear

BassJackson Concert Bass (David Ellefson signature, likely 1980s/early 1990s model for original, but 2004 remix may have used same DI tracks)

AmpAmpeg SVT (classic tube head, likely 8x10 cab, as per era and Ellefson's known rig)

PickupsPJ configuration (Precision split-coil neck, Jazz single-coil bridge)

Amp Settings

gain0

bass5

mid6.5

treble6

presence5

compression5.5

Effects & Signal Chain

No effects used for this tone

Notes

Studio recording, 2004 remix of 1990 original session; likely used original DI and amp tracks, remixed for clarity

Tone Character(9)

clear and articulatetight low endslightly scooped midscrisp trebleno audible drive or gritfast transient responsedefined note separationstudio-polished claritypunchy attack

Difficulty

The clean section requires fast, precise alternate picking with a pick, maintaining clarity and tightness at higher tempos. While not virtuosic, the tempo and need for clean execution raise the difficulty above basic lines.

Sources

Megadeth – Rust In Peace - Gear & Equipment Used on the Album Rust In Peace...Polaris, forgive me for the mistakes ;-; : r/Megadeth MEGADETH Rust In Peace… Polaris [ Isolated Bass + TAB ]

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