bass guitar from “debaser” by pixies | ToneDB
debaser
pixies
bass guitar
Tone Profile
A punchy and bright bass tone with a slightly overdriven edge, providing a solid foundation for the song's energetic and angular sound.
The Story
The bass tone on "Debaser" was recorded at Fort Apache Studios in Cambridge, MA with producer Gil Norton using a Fender Precision Bass through an Ampeg SVT amplifier. The recording approach likely blended a direct input signal with a mic'd amplifier to achieve both clarity and warmth, with a Neumann U47 microphone capturing the amp. This created the punchy, slightly overdriven sound that anchors the track's angular energy.
Production Credits
Producer: Gil Norton
Engineer: Unknown
Recorded at: Fort Apache Studios, Cambridge, MA
Signal Chain
Recreation Tips
- Use a Fender Precision Bass with flatwound strings to get a similar fundamental tone.
- Set your amp for a slightly overdriven sound. Avoid excessive distortion.
- Blend a direct input signal with a miked amp signal. The DI signal should emphasize clarity and punch, while the amp provides warmth.
- Use a Neumann U47 or similar large diaphragm condenser microphone for recording the amp.
Original Gear
- Fender Precision Bass(guitar)
- Ampeg SVT(amp)
- Neumann U47(mic)
Substitutions & Recommendations
Alternative to: Fender Precision Bass
Delivers authentic P-Bass tone with split-coil pickup fundamentals at budget-friendly price
Alternative to: Ampeg SVT
Modern Class D head that maintains the SVT's tube-style warmth and overdrive character
Alternative to: Ampeg SVT
Provides SVT-style tube saturation and punch for the slightly overdriven edge in this tone
Alternative to: Neumann U47
Large diaphragm tube condenser that captures similar warmth and body for bass cab recording
Alternative to: Ampeg SVT
Official Ampeg modeling that recreates the SVT's tube warmth and overdrive characteristics
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