Tone Profile

Warm and round reggae bass tone, with a smooth attack and a slightly compressed feel. It provides a solid foundation for the song, emphasizing the groove and rhythmic pulse.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The bass was likely recorded with the AKG D12 placed a few feet away from the Ampeg SVT cabinet to capture the low-end frequencies.
• The Teletronix LA-2A was used to smooth out the dynamics and provide a consistent level without sacrificing the natural feel of the bass performance.
• Direct input signal was possibly blended with the mic'd cabinet signal to add clarity and definition.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Fender Precision Bass with flatwound strings for a rounder tone.
• Use an Ampeg SVT amplifier model or plugin, focusing on a warm and slightly overdriven tone.
• Apply gentle compression with a Teletronix LA-2A plugin to even out the dynamics and add sustain.
• Use an EQ to slightly boost the low frequencies (around 80-100Hz) and cut any muddiness in the low-mid range (around 250-500Hz).

Recommended Gear

• Fender Precision Bass(guitar)
• Ampeg SVT(amp)
• AKG D12(mic)
• Teletronix LA-2A(compressor)