bass guitar from “september” by earth, wind & fire | ToneDB
september
earth, wind & fire
bass guitar
75% ai confidence
Tone Profile
The bass tone is punchy and clean, with a fundamental-focused sound that provides a solid rhythmic and harmonic foundation. It's a clear and articulate tone, perfectly suited for the funk-infused disco track.
Production Credits
Producer: Maurice White
Engineer: George Massenburg
Recorded at: Sunset Sound Recorders, Los Angeles, CA
Signal Chain
Instrument: Fender Jazz Bass
Amp: Ampeg SVT
Recording Notes
- The bass was likely recorded with a direct input signal blended with a mic'd amplifier to capture both clarity and warmth.
- Compression was used to even out the dynamics and enhance sustain.
Recreation Tips
- Use a Fender Jazz Bass with roundwound strings for a bright and articulate tone.
- Set your amp for a clean, punchy sound with a slight emphasis on the low-mid frequencies.
- Experiment with blending a direct input signal with a mic'd amplifier signal to achieve the desired balance of clarity and warmth.
- Apply compression to even out the dynamics and enhance sustain.
Recommended Gear
- Fender Jazz Bass(guitar)
- Ampeg SVT(amp)
- Urei 1176(compressor)
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