Distorted Tone

The Morticians Flame

Acid Bath

Bassmetal1990s

Original Gear

BassIbanez RD707

AmpUnknown (likely solid-state or tube bass amp, possibly Ampeg or Peavey, but not confirmed for studio)

PickupsPJ (Precision/Jazz) configuration, passive

Amp Settings

gain7

bass5.5

mid6

treble6.5

presence6.5

compression3.5

Effects & Signal Chain

distortionBoss Boss HM-2 Heavy Metal

chorusDigiTech DigiTech DSP 256XL Multi Effects Processor (Chorus)

Notes

Studio recording, 1994, When the Kite String Pops album

Tone Character(9)

heavily saturated fuzzscooped midsgritty, aggressive attackdeep low endmetallic edgechorus shimmerwall-of-sound densitypsychedelic swirlsustained, compressed

Difficulty

The line is rhythmically straightforward but requires tight pick technique and control under heavy distortion and chorus effects. The main challenge is maintaining clarity and punch in a dense, saturated mix.

Sources

Acid Bath – When the Kite String Pops - Gear & Equipment Used on the Album | Equipboard Acid Bath Members, Gear & Sound | Equipboard Acid Bath Bass Tone - Reddit

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