bass guitar from “roxanne” by the police | ToneDB

roxanne

the police

bass guitar

75% ai confidence

Tone Profile

A clean and punchy bass tone with a slightly compressed and bright character. It provides a solid foundation for the song without being overly aggressive or distorted.

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Production Credits

Producer: Nigel Gray

Engineer: Nigel Gray

Recorded at: Surrey Sound Studios

Recording Notes

  • The bass was likely recorded with a direct input signal blended with a mic'd amplifier cabinet.
  • Compression was used to even out the dynamics and add sustain.
  • The Neumann U47 was placed several feet from the cabinet to capture the full sound of the amp.

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a Fender Precision Bass and flatwound strings for a similar fundamental tone.
  • Use an Ampeg SVT or similar tube amplifier to add warmth and punch.
  • Apply moderate compression with a Urei 1176 to control dynamics and add sustain.
  • Blend a direct input signal with a mic'd amplifier cabinet for added clarity and definition.

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