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Englishman In New York
Sting
Basspop1980s
Original Gear
Bass1957 Fender Precision Bass
AmpUnknown studio amp (likely Ampeg B-15 or similar, era-appropriate); possible DI blend
Amp Settings
gain0
bass6.5
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Notes
Studio recording, 1987, 'Nothing Like the Sun' album
Tone Character(10)
warm and woodyrounded low endclear note definitionslight compressionsmooth sustainclassic P-bass thumpsubtle attackno audible drivesits well in mixarticulate but not bright
Difficulty
The bass line features a walking, melodic approach with chromatic passing notes and syncopation, but is not technically demanding in speed or advanced techniques. Consistent fingerstyle and dynamic control are key.
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Original Gear
Bass1957 Fender Precision Bass
AmpUnknown studio amp (likely Ampeg B-15 or similar, era-appropriate); possible DI blend
Amp Settings
gain0
bass6.5
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Notes
Studio recording, 1987, 'Nothing Like the Sun' album
Tone Character(10)
warm and woodyrounded low endclear note definitionslight compressionsmooth sustainclassic P-bass thumpsubtle attackno audible drivesits well in mixarticulate but not bright
Difficulty
The bass line features a walking, melodic approach with chromatic passing notes and syncopation, but is not technically demanding in speed or advanced techniques. Consistent fingerstyle and dynamic control are key.