How do I get the Chris#2's(Anti-flag) tone?

joeyang761020 · #1 02-21-2005, 06:54 PM

Hi,
I've been struggling find the right sound for my band lately. Maybe it's my washburn that's sucking. So yeah, I was really impress by Chris#2's(anti-flag)tone, and of course his bassline after I listen some of their recording. Somehow, his tone manage to cut through the guitar really well, even with a lot of high freq. I don't if it's the gutiar that made the bass sounds good? I am just kind of confused. What would be the most element to made them sounds balance as a band?

Thanks in advance,

Joe

Classical_Thump · #2 02-26-2005, 08:23 PM

He uses a pick which has a big part, and also he probably used big Ampeg amps which are known for their cutting tone. The bass player is mediocre, he uses a pick and is sometimes simple in playing. I might actually consider him decent if this band's political agenda wasn't so absurd.

PunkerTrav · #3 02-26-2005, 08:33 PM

To me, his sound is all about the high mids. Try boosting those and playing with a pick. As always, YMMV.

Anyone else?

fatbassjazzer · #4 02-27-2005, 11:19 AM

Boost the bass and the highs and cut the mids. Also use a pick and think about a Fender Jazz bass.

chrisw · #5 03-02-2005, 05:31 PM

Boost the high mids, use a pick. I think he used a music man on Underground Network, now he uses a fender jazz. I'm not sure what amps he uses, I know he had am Ampeg cab when I saw them live, but i could never get a good look at the head. But, you would probably be safe going with an Ampeg or Gallien Krueger. I prefer Gallien Krueger. And, always make sure your strings are brand new. I just switched to DR High Beams and they work great.