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Distorted Tone
Xanadu (Remastered 2013)
Rush
Bassprog1970s
Original Gear
BassRickenbacker 4001
AmpAmpeg V-4B
Amp Settings
gain5.5
bass5.5
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Notes
Studio recording, 1977 (original); Remastered 2013. Likely amp-mic'd with some DI blend, as was common for Geddy Lee in this era.
Tone Character(8)
gritty upper-midrange biteaggressive pick attackclanky, metallic edgegrowly low midsclear note definition despite distortionslight compression for sustainraspy, overdriven characterarticulate and present in the mix
Difficulty
The bass part in 'Xanadu' is technically demanding due to its fast tempo, intricate rhythmic patterns, and the need for clean articulation with a gritty, overdriven tone. The use of a pick and rapid note changes add to the challenge.
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Original Gear
BassRickenbacker 4001
AmpAmpeg V-4B
Amp Settings
gain5.5
bass5.5
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Notes
Studio recording, 1977 (original); Remastered 2013. Likely amp-mic'd with some DI blend, as was common for Geddy Lee in this era.
Tone Character(8)
gritty upper-midrange biteaggressive pick attackclanky, metallic edgegrowly low midsclear note definition despite distortionslight compression for sustainraspy, overdriven characterarticulate and present in the mix
Difficulty
The bass part in 'Xanadu' is technically demanding due to its fast tempo, intricate rhythmic patterns, and the need for clean articulation with a gritty, overdriven tone. The use of a pick and rapid note changes add to the challenge.