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Santeria

Sublime

Bassrock1990s

Original Gear

BassFender Jazz Bass
AmpAmpeg SVT (likely vintage tube head, 8x10 cab)
PickupsDual single-coil (Jazz Bass configuration)

Amp Settings

gain0
bass6.5
mid5
treble5.5
presence4.5
compression4

Effects & Signal Chain

No effects used for this tone

Notes

Studio recording, 1996 (album: Sublime). Eric Wilson is known for using a Fender Jazz Bass and Ampeg SVT in this era, confirmed by multiple forum discussions and period photos.

Tone Character(9)
deep and round low endclear note definitionslightly scooped midssmooth attackwarm, vintage characterarticulate but not harshsubtle compressionno audible drivesits well in the mix

Difficulty

The line features syncopation, melodic fills, and requires steady fingerstyle technique, making it moderately challenging for intermediate players.

Sources

Eric Wilson (Sublime) Gear | TalkBass.comSublime amp settings : r/Bass - RedditHey guys I need help getting the EQ right for Santeria. : r/Bass - RedditDoes anyone know how to get as close to a sublime tone as ... - Reddit

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