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Distorted Tone
Peace Sells
Megadeth
Bassmetal1980s
Original Gear
Bass1983 Spector NS-2 (Kramer era, USA)
AmpPeavey Mark IV Bass Head + Peavey 2x15 cabinet (studio); possible DI blend
Amp Settings
gain7
bass5
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Notes
Studio recording, 1986, Peace Sells... but Who's Buying? sessions
Tone Character(10)
clanky high-mid grindaggressive pick attackmetallic edgetight low endslightly scooped midsaudible overdrive/distortiongrowlycutting presenceclear note definitionpunchy
Difficulty
The line requires fast, consistent pick technique, tight muting to control noise, and precise rhythm to lock with the drums, making it moderately challenging for intermediate players.
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Original Gear
Bass1983 Spector NS-2 (Kramer era, USA)
AmpPeavey Mark IV Bass Head + Peavey 2x15 cabinet (studio); possible DI blend
Amp Settings
gain7
bass5
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Create Free AccountEffects & Signal Chain
Notes
Studio recording, 1986, Peace Sells... but Who's Buying? sessions
Tone Character(10)
clanky high-mid grindaggressive pick attackmetallic edgetight low endslightly scooped midsaudible overdrive/distortiongrowlycutting presenceclear note definitionpunchy
Difficulty
The line requires fast, consistent pick technique, tight muting to control noise, and precise rhythm to lock with the drums, making it moderately challenging for intermediate players.