Bass – Sludge/Doom Metal Gear
This gear list is tailored for the crushing weight and slow-burning intensity of sludge and doom metal. Thick low-end, slow tempos, and overwhelming sonic force define this genre — and the bass is central. The gear below prioritizes massive tone, crushing sustain, and gritty textures that can shake the walls of any venue.
Recommended Basses for Sludge/Doom Metal
Gibson Les Paul Junior Tribute DC Bass
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ESP LTD B-1004 Multi-Scale
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Fender Player Jaguar Bass
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Recommended Bass Amplifiers
Ampeg SVT-7PRO
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Sunn Model T (Reissue or Clone)
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Orange OB1-500
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Pedals and Tone Shaping Tools
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Darkglass Microtubes X7
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Recording and Practice Gear
Neumann NDH 20 Headphones
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Audient EVO 4 Interface
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