Hitchin a ride amp settings — AmpeG Rocket Bass RB-108
The Green day guitar tone for “Hitchin a ride”, dialed in for a AmpeG Rocket Bass RB-108 with a Cort Action pj. Studio version, Nimrod (1997)
Fender Precision Bass (split-coil, played aggressively with a heavy pick) into an Ampeg SVT-CL / SVT-II Pro and 8x10 cabinet blended with a clean/driven DI
| Knob | Setting (0–10) |
|---|---|
| Bass | 6 |
| Mid | 8 |
| Treble | 7 |
| Master | 5 |
The RB-108 has a 3-band EQ and Ampeg's analog SGT circuit, which replicates the aggressive SVT tube grind Mike Dirnt gets on Nimrod. Engage the SGT switch with your PJ bass running the P (neck) pickup soloed to capture the classic mid-forward punch without thinning the low end. Boosting the mid knob to 8 provides the essential 600-800Hz growl needed for the iconic walking bass line.
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