If you've ever plugged in a bass guitar, a stack of effects pedals and an amp in order to emulate the tone of a classic bassline, you'll know that it's harder to nail it than you might think.
Every variable, from strings, your guitar EQ, the FX sequence and amp tone controls offer signal-shifting options, so it's easy to lose your balance. But don't despair: as long as you're not searching for the craziest tone in history, achieving a useful sound is largely a case of balancing low-end, mids, treble and overdrive.
