bass guitar from “town called malice” by the jam | ToneDB
town called malice
the jam
bass guitar
75% ai confidence
Tone Profile
Aggressive and punchy bass tone with a clear, defined attack and a slightly overdriven edge. The sound is tight and focused, providing a strong rhythmic foundation for the song.
Production Credits
Producer: Vic Coppersmith-Heaven
Engineer: Vic Coppersmith-Heaven
Recorded at: Townhouse Studios, London
Signal Chain
Instrument: Rickenbacker 4001
Amp: Vox AC30
Microphone: Neumann U47
Recording Notes
- The bass was likely recorded with a combination of direct input and a mic'd amplifier to capture both the clean articulation and the amp's natural overdrive.
- The Neumann U47 microphone was likely placed close to the speaker cabinet to capture the direct sound and low-end frequencies.
Recreation Tips
- Use a Rickenbacker 4001 bass or a similar model with bright, articulate pickups.
- Set the Vox AC30 amp to a slightly overdriven setting, pushing the tubes to add warmth and edge.
- Blend a direct input signal with the mic'd amp signal to achieve a balance of clarity and grit.
- Use a compressor to tighten the sound and enhance the attack.
Recommended Gear
- Rickenbacker 4001(guitar)
- Vox AC30(amp)
- Neumann U47(mic)
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