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motion sickness

phoebe bridgers

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Tone Profile

The bass tone is clean, round, and supportive, providing a solid foundation for the song. It has a slightly vintage vibe with a smooth low-end response.

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The Story

The bass on "Motion Sickness" was recorded at Sound City Studios with Tony Berg producing and Mike Mogis engineering. The signal chain consisted of a Fender Precision Bass running through an Ampeg SVT amp, with the cabinet miked using an AKG D112 and a Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI providing the direct signal. This dual-signal approach created the song's characteristic blend of clarity from the DI and warmth from the miked amplifier.

Production Credits

Producer: Tony Berg

Engineer: Mike Mogis

Recorded at: Sound City Studios, Van Nuys, CA

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a Fender Precision Bass for its classic tone.
  • Use an Ampeg SVT or a similar tube amp to get a round and warm sound.
  • Blend a direct signal with a miked amp to capture both clarity and warmth.
  • Use a Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI to add some grit and character to the sound.
  • Apply compression to control the dynamics and ensure the bass sits well in the mix.

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Substitutions & Recommendations

Squier Classic Vibe '60s Precision BassShop on Reverb$350-$400

Alternative to: Fender Precision Bass

Delivers the fundamental P-bass tone with split-coil pickup warmth at a budget-friendly price point

Ampeg SVT-7PROShop on Reverb$800-$900

Alternative to: Ampeg SVT

Modern Class D head that captures the SVT's signature warmth and punch in a lighter, more affordable package

Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI V2Shop on Reverb$200-$250

Alternative to: Tech 21 SansAmp Bass Driver DI

Updated version of the exact pedal used, providing the same DI functionality and tube amp simulation

Shure Beta 52AShop on Reverb$150-$180

Alternative to: AKG D112

Excellent alternative for capturing bass cabinet low-end with similar frequency response and presence

Neural DSP ParallaxPlugin Boutique$120-$150

Alternative to: Ampeg SVT amp simulation

High-quality bass amp modeling that includes authentic SVT simulations with built-in DI blending capabilities

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