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Big Muff tips?

Does anyone have a big muff american eddition. Im trying to get a good sound out of it, but everything sounds like crap. I think i tried every postion but nothing! Is it maybe my bass or amp settings? I would really appreciate someone breaking this down for me.
 
Well since you haven't really given us any idea as to what sound you're aiming for, there's not much we can help you with. However I do own a bass big muff pi, which features a lower frequency setting and a blend setting that allows you to keep your clear signal in the mix. What are you going for?
 
Does anyone have a big muff american eddition. Im trying to get a good sound out of it, but everything sounds like crap. I think i tried every postion but nothing! Is it maybe my bass or amp settings? I would really appreciate someone breaking this down for me.

Oh goodness, this is your first time, isn't it? Just be gentle with the tweeks, making minor adjustments if necessary. If you can't get it right try ditching it for her Russian friend.
 
Oh goodness, this is your first time, isn't it? Just be gentle with the tweeks, making minor adjustments if necessary. If you can't get it right try ditching it for her Russian friend.

lulz

Try modding it or going for one of the aforementioned Muffs or one of the Muff variants that work better for bass.

Fuzzrocious Green Stache
Earthbound Audio Supercollider
Blackout Effectors Musket Fuzz
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Honestly...I don't know what sound I'm going for, but I know there's nothing pleasant about any sounds I'm coming up with. lol Also I do have the one made for bass. The green one. I'll see if a local shop will let me try the Russian or some other brands. I'm going to mess with it some more now.
 
Honestly...I don't know what sound I'm going for, but I know there's nothing pleasant about any sounds I'm coming up with. lol Also I do have the one made for bass. The green one. I'll see if a local shop will let me try the Russian or some other brands. I'm going to mess with it some more now.

You won't find a Russian in a shop, they're discontinued.