@ loungesurfer.
Yeah those tones are doable; I can get very close approximations of them no prob with my Dingwall ABI-5; ( though my strings are the original set of Voodoo's, 6 years old now) without a lot of effects even.
For those styles of music the predominant effects are filters. Octave and chorus are also widely used. Alot of bass lines are played on fretless or uprights, as well as synths. Also, while being played on electric/acoustic basses, alot of the sounds are heavily engineered as mentioned.
For a low pass filter one could certainly use an older model DOD FX25 envelope filter;(cheap on Ebay/Craigslist, etc. Ive seen them go for between $30-$50)
( I've found models from the 80's and earlier provided the best sound for these types of applications. And this is one method that Bill Laswell uses to help achieve that subterranean bass sound. Even another brand of envelope filter could work as a solution, my Pigtronics EP-1 cops the sound as well.)
May also consider examining ones playing technique. Playing close to the neck and plucking the strings w/ the meatiest part of ones fingers helps.
I tried flats on my Dingwall, liked the sound, BUT... it just didn't feel "right" to me so I put the originals back on. I read recently there are some Labella nickels that were designed to work on Dingwalls so that may be an option to peruse. ( Can get exact info. on the Dingwall forum.)
To be honest I think what is providing the most challenge is your amp. IME, Eden gear isn't known for having a super booty or being Traditional sounding.; it leans more toward modern/Hi-Fi tones. First try a set of good flats on yourfretless. If you can't get close to the sound with that combo, I'd wager it is the amp that is challenge.
May consider stepping up to 2x12 or 1x15 cabs for extended freq. reproduction. Of course there are 10's that can work, like AccuGrooves and other high end cabs, but not everyone can afford those. Could also try adding a 1x15 to your 2x10 (if possible.)
Honestly, I'd be running 15's & 18's if my bank account or my spinal column could afford it.
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Originally Posted by musicandme   OMG NEED MORE MUSIC LIKE BILL LASWELL THIS SECOND
I Please point me in the direction of anything remotely similar. |
I listened to these genres about a decade ago, but off the top of my head.
Check out these:
Ambient Systems I & II
Abstract Vibes I&II
A Journey into Ambient Groove
After Hours Vol. I-III
Songs of the Siren
Panthalassa: The Remixes ( Miles Davis remixes, feat. Bill Laswell.)
Also releases by:
Massive Attack
Tricky
Portishead
Lamb
Zero-7
There are 100's more I'm sure, but the comps are a good way to familiarize oneself with the style and individual takes on it.
There are also vids on Youtube of the majority these groups.
May want to listen to some experimental dub as well, such as:
Qaballa Steppers
Eastern Dub Tactic
Scarab
Dub Syndicate
Zion Train
Sounds From the Ground
Bill Laswell and Style Scott: ( Spec. Dub Meltdown)
& Just about anything released on DubMission Records
Keep in mind most of these releases are a decade+ old; I'm not too familiar with newer groups that continue to produce in these genres. What I've listed should provide a fairly broad example though.
Chill Music - Gettin this Tone? 
Thanks for the References & Feedback 
