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Distorted Tone
Man In the Box (Live)
Alice In Chains
Bassrock1990s
Original Gear
Bass1980s Spector NS-2
AmpAmpeg SVT (likely SVT-II or SVT-CL) with 8x10 cab
Amp Settings
gain6.5
bass5.5
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Notes
Live, early 1990s (1990-1993), Mike Starr era
Tone Character(10)
gritty and aggressivegrowly midrangedeep low endclear pick attackcompressed sustainslightly scooped midstight low endpunchy presencesits above drumsclassic hard rock/metal drive
Difficulty
The line is mostly straightforward with some syncopation and requires tight, consistent pick playing to maintain clarity and punch through the overdriven mix.
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Original Gear
Bass1980s Spector NS-2
AmpAmpeg SVT (likely SVT-II or SVT-CL) with 8x10 cab
Amp Settings
gain6.5
bass5.5
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Notes
Live, early 1990s (1990-1993), Mike Starr era
Tone Character(10)
gritty and aggressivegrowly midrangedeep low endclear pick attackcompressed sustainslightly scooped midstight low endpunchy presencesits above drumsclassic hard rock/metal drive
Difficulty
The line is mostly straightforward with some syncopation and requires tight, consistent pick playing to maintain clarity and punch through the overdriven mix.