bass guitar from “feel good inc.” by gorillaz | ToneDB
feel good inc.
gorillaz
bass guitar
Tone Profile
A distorted, driving bass line with a gritty edge that provides the rhythmic and harmonic foundation for the track. It's both aggressive and funky, cutting through the mix with a distinct character.
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The Story
The bass line on "Feel Good Inc." was recorded using a Fender Precision Bass run through an Ampeg SVT amplifier. Producer Dan the Automator and engineer Jason Cox achieved the distinctive gritty sound by blending a direct signal processed through SansAmp Bass Driver DI and Tech 21 SansAmp PSA-1 with the mic'd amplifier, captured using a Neumann U47 microphone.
Production Credits
Producer: Dan the Automator
Engineer: Jason Cox
Recorded at: Kong Studios
Signal Chain
Instrument: Fender Precision BassShop on Reverb
Microphone: Neumann U47Shop on Reverb
Processing: SansAmp Bass Driver DIShop on Reverb, Tech 21 SansAmp PSA-1Shop on Reverb
Recreation Tips
- Start with a Fender Precision Bass for a classic and versatile foundation.
- Use an Ampeg SVT or a similar tube amp to capture the warmth and depth.
- Experiment with distortion pedals like the SansAmp Bass Driver DI or Tech 21 SansAmp PSA-1 to achieve the desired level of grit.
- Blend a direct input signal with the mic'd amp to retain clarity and punch.
- Apply compression to even out the dynamics and enhance sustain.
- Adjust EQ settings to emphasize the fundamental frequencies and cut any muddiness.
Original Gear
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Substitutions & Recommendations
Alternative to: SansAmp Bass Driver DI
Direct successor to the original with updated circuitry, provides the same signature SansAmp distortion and DI functionality essential to this tone
Alternative to: Tech 21 SansAmp PSA-1
Modern SansAmp pedal with multiple distortion stages and blend control, captures the aggressive gritty character of the PSA-1 preamp
Alternative to: Ampeg SVT
Current production all-tube SVT that delivers the same warm, powerful tube saturation as the vintage models used on the recording
Alternative to: SansAmp Bass Driver DI
Modern alternative offering similar DI functionality with aggressive distortion and blend control for achieving that driving, gritty bass tone
Alternative to: Ampeg SVT + Neumann U47
Software recreation of classic bass amps including SVT models with cabinet simulation, provides the tube warmth and mic'd amp character digitally
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