Distorted Tone

Stillborn (feat. Ozzy Osbourne)

Black Label Society

Bassmetal2000s

Original Gear

BassSpector Euro 4LX (likely, as used by John DeServio in this era)

AmpAmpeg SVT Classic with 8x10 cab (highly probable for BLS studio recordings in early 2000s)

PickupsEMG PJ active pickups

Amp Settings

gain7.5

bass5

mid6.5

treble6.5

presence6.5

compression5.5

Effects & Signal Chain

preampTech 21 Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI

compressionMXR MXR M87 Bass Compressor

Notes

Studio recording, 2003 (The Blessed Hellride album); John DeServio on bass; no direct rig rundown for this song but consistent with BLS studio/live setups of the era.

Tone Character(9)

aggressive grindclanky upper midstight low endhigh-mid growlaudible pick attackdistorted, saturated texturepunchy and cuttingmetallic edgeslight compression squash

Difficulty

The part is rhythmically straightforward but demands a strong, consistent pick attack and tight timing to cut through the dense, distorted mix. Some moderate fills and transitions add slight complexity.

Sources

Black Label Society Members, Gear & Sound | Equipboard Zakk Wylde Credits Tony Iommi for Iconic Riff - Premier Guitar

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