Tone Profile

Aggressive and distorted sawtooth bass synth with a strong fundamental. It sounds like it was produced using a synthesizer with heavy processing to create a thick and powerful sound.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The bass sound in 'Uprising' is created with a combination of digital synthesis and heavy distortion.
• Matthew Bellamy used a Line 6 Pod XT to create a distorted sound.
• Z.Vex Fuzz Factory and other distortion pedals were likely used to further shape the tone.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a sawtooth wave on a synthesizer.
• Use a Line 6 Pod XT or similar multi-effects unit for amp modeling and distortion.
• Experiment with different fuzz and distortion pedals to add character and aggression.
• Use EQ to shape the bass frequencies and remove any unwanted muddiness.

Recommended Gear

• Access Virus TI(synth)
• Line 6 Pod XT(pedal)
• Z.Vex Fuzz Factory(pedal)