bass guitar from “rapper's delight” by the sugarhill gang | ToneDB
rapper's delight
the sugarhill gang
bass guitar
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Tone Profile
A clean, fundamental-focused bass tone with a slight roundness and minimal coloration, providing a solid foundation for the track's rhythm.
Production Credits
Producer: Sylvia Robinson
Engineer: Unknown
Recorded at: Sugar Hill Records Studio (Likely)
Signal Chain
Instrument: Fender Precision Bass
Amp: Ampeg B-15
Microphone: Neumann U47
Recording Notes
- The bass was likely recorded with the amp in a relatively controlled studio environment.
- A direct input signal may have been blended with the mic'd amp to capture both clarity and warmth.
- Minimal EQ or compression was used during recording, emphasizing the natural tone of the bass and amplifier.
Recreation Tips
- Use a Fender Precision Bass with flatwound strings to capture the fundamental tone.
- Set the amp for a clean tone with a slight emphasis on the low-mid frequencies.
- Experiment with microphone placement to find the sweet spot that captures both the amp's warmth and clarity.
- Blend the mic'd signal with a direct input signal for added definition.
- Use gentle compression to even out the dynamics without sacrificing the natural feel.
Recommended Gear
- Fender Precision Bass(guitar)
- Ampeg B-15(amp)
- Neumann U47(mic)
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