Tone Profile

The bass sound in "Mr. Sandman" is characterized by its deep, resonant tone, providing a solid foundation for the song's whimsical harmonies. It's a smooth, round sound with a slight vintage warmth.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The bassline was meticulously crafted to complement the vocal harmonies, creating a playful and rhythmic foundation for the song.
• Given the era, recording techniques would have focused on capturing a clean, balanced sound with minimal processing during the initial tracking.

Recreation Tips

• Use a fretless bass to capture the smooth, gliding quality of the original bassline.
• Experiment with a flatwound strings to achieve a warm, mellow tone.
• Consider using a vintage-style tube amplifier to add warmth and character to the sound.
• If you want to add the vocals use a vocoder. This will recreate the vocal sound of the song

Recommended Gear

• Kay Funky Fretless Bass(guitar)
• Ampeg B-15(amp)
• RCA 77-DX(mic)