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Distorted Tone
Stinkfist
TOOL
Bassprog1990s
Original Gear
BassWal Mk1 4-string
AmpMesa/Boogie Bass 400+ tube head
Amp Settings
gain7
bass6
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Notes
Studio recording, 1996 (Ænima album); Justin Chancellor's main studio rig for this era. Likely amp-mic'd with DI blend.
Tone Character(10)
grittyaggressive midrangeclanky pick attackdeep lowsharmonic-rich overdriveslightly compressedcutting presencegrowlymetallic edgetight low end
Difficulty
The line requires tight, aggressive pick playing with syncopated rhythms and dynamic control to keep the overdriven tone articulate and punchy. The technical challenge is moderate but demands consistency and stamina.
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Original Gear
BassWal Mk1 4-string
AmpMesa/Boogie Bass 400+ tube head
Amp Settings
gain7
bass6
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Notes
Studio recording, 1996 (Ænima album); Justin Chancellor's main studio rig for this era. Likely amp-mic'd with DI blend.
Tone Character(10)
grittyaggressive midrangeclanky pick attackdeep lowsharmonic-rich overdriveslightly compressedcutting presencegrowlymetallic edgetight low end
Difficulty
The line requires tight, aggressive pick playing with syncopated rhythms and dynamic control to keep the overdriven tone articulate and punchy. The technical challenge is moderate but demands consistency and stamina.