All musicians
CB
Metallica
Cliff Burton
Thrash Metal1982–1986USA
A Rickenbacker, then an Aria SB, through a wah and distortion — the fuzz-and-fury bass voice of early Metallica.
Known for: (Anesthesia) Pulling Teeth, For Whom the Bell Tolls
6
gear entries
6
with sources
Rig rundown
Pedals
2Boss CS-2 Compression Sustainer
PedalExtra sustain for his fingered style.
Morley Power Wah Boost
PedalHis distinctive wah approach, Hendrix-style.
Amps
1Mesa/Boogie D-180
AmpAll-tube bass amps stacked in his rig.
Other gear
3Ibanez HD1500 Harmonics/Delay
OtherRack unit for harmonies and swells.
Aria Pro II SB Black 'n' Gold
OtherHis preferred bass from 1985–86, used on Master of Puppets.
Rickenbacker 4001
OtherHis main bass on Kill 'Em All, with swapped-in EB and Seymour Duncan pickups.