What is the effect used on Psycho Killer

[dbull]

I did a search and found nothing. My band plays this and I am trying to figure out what pedal I need to get my sound right. Any suggestions?

[yamark]

i think she just plugs the ole bass right in

[Bruce Lindfield]

Yup - it's just slightly over-driven, but I don't think there's any effect...?

[Aurel]

It sounds like the bass was recorded direct, slightly overloading the mixer preamp. She probably also used flats.
Depending on the bass you use, you might need to favor the neck pickup. Hope that helps!

[gregoryisrael]

I think back then (late 70's) she used a short-scale (30") Fender bass with flatwounds, probably played with a pick. The flats are the key element to that sound if you ask me.