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Suggestions Bass Tone Settings — System Of A Down
System Of A Down · 1990s · Alternative metal / Nu metal
Original Recording
Bass
Gibson Thunderbird IV (commonly used by Shavo Odadjian)
Pickups
Unknown
Amp
Ashdown ABM‑1200‑EVO IV head (Ashdown artist model)
Pickup Position
Unknown
Shavo is known to use Warwick and custom basses too, but Equipboard lists Thunderbird IV; he also uses Tech 21 SansAmp DI and Ashdown amps. Exact gear for 'Suggestions' not confirmed.
Amp Settings
Mids6
Bass5.5
Gain0
Treble5.5
Presence5
compression4
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Tone Character
- aggressive
- punchy
- low‑end heavy
- tight and dynamic
Playing Technique
- fingerstyle
Notes & Caveats
- Bass tone settings derived from AI knowledge of the artist and genre conventions.