bass guitar from “misty mountain hop” by led zeppelin | ToneDB
misty mountain hop
led zeppelin
bass guitar
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Tone Profile
A warm and punchy bass tone that provides a solid foundation for the track, characterized by its clear articulation and controlled sustain.
Gear
- Fender Jazz Bassinstrument
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- Ampeg SVTamp
- ReverbSweetwater
- Neumann U47microphone
- ReverbSweetwater
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The Story
John Paul Jones recorded 'Misty Mountain Hop' using his Fender Jazz Bass through an Ampeg SVT head and cabinet at Headley Grange in 1971. The track was engineered by Andy Johns with Jimmy Page producing, using the Rolling Stones Mobile Studio truck. The bass tone features the characteristic warmth and punch of the SVT paired with the articulate mid-range presence of the Jazz Bass.
Production Credits
Producer: Jimmy Page
Engineer: Andy Johns
Recorded at: Headley Grange
Signal Chain
Instrument: Fender Jazz Bass
Amp: Ampeg SVT
Microphone: Neumann U47
Recreation Tips
- Start with a Fender Jazz Bass and ensure it is well set up for optimal tone and playability.
- Use an Ampeg SVT amplifier or a plugin emulation of the SVT to get that classic, warm bass sound.
- Experiment with microphone placement on the cabinet to find the sweet spot that captures the low-end punch and clarity.
- Adjust the EQ settings to achieve a balanced tone with a slight emphasis on the low-mid frequencies.
Original Gear
- Fender Jazz Bass(guitar)
- Ampeg SVT(amp)
- Neumann U47(mic)
Substitutions & Recommendations
Alternative to: Fender Jazz Bass
Modern version of JPJ's instrument with the same pickup configuration and tonal characteristics that provide the articulate mid-range presence heard on the track
ReverbSweetwaterAlternative to: Ampeg SVT
Current production version of the classic SVT that delivers the same warm tube saturation and powerful low-end that defines this tone
ReverbSweetwaterAlternative to: Ampeg SVT Cabinet
The classic 8x10 cabinet configuration that provides the massive low-end and mid-range punch essential to recreating this studio sound
ReverbSweetwaterAlternative to: Ampeg SVT
Digital emulation that captures SVT tube warmth and compression, perfect for home recording without the volume requirements
ReverbSweetwaterAlternative to: Fender Jazz Bass
Budget option that maintains the essential Jazz Bass pickup configuration and tonal foundation needed for this articulate bass sound
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