Clean Tone

Vicarious

TOOL

Bassprog2000s

Original Gear

BassWal Mk II 4-string

AmpGallien-Krueger 2001RB (clean channel) into Mesa/Boogie RoadReady 8x10 cabinet

PickupsCustom Wal humbuckers (active, multi-coil, dual pickup configuration)

Amp Settings

gain0

bass5.5

mid6

treble6

presence5

compression5.5

Effects & Signal Chain

compression Compressor (studio rack or pedal, model not specified)

Notes

Studio recording, 2006, album: 10,000 Days. Justin Chancellor's rig is confirmed by Premier Guitar and Equipboard for this era. Clean sections use the 'clean' GK head and 8x10 cab.

Tone Character(10)

clear, piano-like attackdeep, tight low endstrong midrange presencearticulate note separationslightly compressed sustainmodern, focused clarityfull but not boomy lowsno audible distortiondistinct pick attackslightly scooped highs

Difficulty

The clean section of 'Vicarious' demands accurate pick playing, dynamic control, and precise muting to achieve the signature clarity and punch. The syncopated rhythms and interplay with drums add to the technical challenge.

Sources

Tool's Justin Chancellor's Epic Rig: Insider Look - Premier Guitar Tool – 10,000 Days - Gear & Equipment Used on the Album | Equipboard The Bass of Tool: How to Make a Bass Tone That Rules the Entire Mix Why Vicarious's bass tone is so much harder to get near it than other ...

Create an account to adapt this tone to your gear

Create Free Account