MESA/Boogie Bass Strategy 8:88 -- Fretless Walking
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This clip features the Voice 3 position for a 'flat' starting point with the more modern fretless bass with humbucking pickups. The detail from the instrument is enhanced by the Graphic EQ with a subtle scoop on the low-mid side but a boost on the higher mids around 900hz for expanded mid detail and articulation. Combined with humbuckers, this kind of bump in upper mids lends a barking attack when you dig in but stays punchy, yet warm, when played with a softer technique.
Recorded with an Beyerdynamic M88 in front, a Sennheiser 421 on the back of the cab, and the POST D.I. of the Bass Strategy 8:88
Signal Chain:
Skjold Fretless Bass
100% Bridge and Neck Humbucker Pickups (blend)
Normal Input
Voice 3 "Flat"
Half Power
EQ ON
MESA Traditional 6x10 Bass Cabinet