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Distorted Tone
Forty Six & 2
TOOL
Bassprog1990s
Original Gear
BassWal Mk1 4-String (custom, active electronics)
AmpGallien-Krueger 2001RB (studio era), likely with blend of DI and amp-mic
Amp Settings
gain7
bass5.5
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Notes
Studio recording, Ænima album (1996), known for complex pedalboard and amp/DI blend
Tone Character(8)
aggressive midrange snarlgritty, saturated overdriveprominent flanger sweeptight, punchy low endarticulate pick attackslightly scooped upper midsmetallic, harmonically richclear note separation despite distortion
Difficulty
The part requires tight, aggressive pick playing, precise muting to keep the overdriven tone articulate, and careful control of effects timing, especially the flanger. The technical challenge is moderate to advanced due to the need for rhythmic accuracy and effect management.
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Original Gear
BassWal Mk1 4-String (custom, active electronics)
AmpGallien-Krueger 2001RB (studio era), likely with blend of DI and amp-mic
Amp Settings
gain7
bass5.5
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Notes
Studio recording, Ænima album (1996), known for complex pedalboard and amp/DI blend
Tone Character(8)
aggressive midrange snarlgritty, saturated overdriveprominent flanger sweeptight, punchy low endarticulate pick attackslightly scooped upper midsmetallic, harmonically richclear note separation despite distortion
Difficulty
The part requires tight, aggressive pick playing, precise muting to keep the overdriven tone articulate, and careful control of effects timing, especially the flanger. The technical challenge is moderate to advanced due to the need for rhythmic accuracy and effect management.