Tone Profile

A very distinct, mid-heavy and aggressive bass tone, with a clear and present character that cuts through the mix, achieved through a combination of solid state amplification and careful EQ.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• Justin Chancellor is known for using a Wal Mk II bass, favored for its unique tonal qualities and sustain.
• The Mesa/Boogie Strategy 400 is likely used for its power and clean solid state sound.
• The SansAmp PSA-1 is used to add grit and distortion to the bass signal.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Wal-type bass or any bass with a clear, defined tone.
• Use a solid-state amp model or a clean power amp.
• Add a SansAmp PSA-1 plugin or similar amp modeling/distortion plugin to get the signature mid-heavy distortion.
• EQ to emphasize the midrange frequencies to get the bass to cut through the mix.

Recommended Gear

• Wal Mk II Bass(guitar)
• Mesa/Boogie Strategy 400(amp)
• SansAmp PSA-1(pedal)