Create a custom bass amp model in GarageBand on Mac

• Choose an amplifier that provides the tone you want. For brief descriptions of each amplifier, see Choose a bass amp model in GarageBand on Mac.

The cabinet you choose from the Cabinet pop-up menu can have a big impact on the character of a bass guitar sound. Certain amplifier and cabinet pairings have been popular for decades, but you can try new combinations to create fresh-sounding tones. Bass Amp Designer lets you choose a classic pairing, or experiment with different amplifier and cabinet combinations.

• Choose a speaker cabinet to use with the current amplifier.

  • Modern Cabinet 15": Features a 15-inch speaker, closed-back design. Very deep and full tone.

  • Modern Cabinet 10": Features a 10-inch speaker, closed-back design. A punchy tone.

  • Modern Cabinet 6": Features a 6-inch speaker, closed-back design.

  • Classic Cabinet 8 X 10": Features eight 10-inch speakers, closed-back design.

  • Flip Top Cabinet 1 X 15": Features a 15-inch speaker, closed-back design.

  • Modern 3 Way: Features 15-inch, 10-inch, and 6-inch speakers. You can move the microphone vertically and can position it 20, 30, or 40 cm away from the cabinet.

  • Direct (PowerAmp Out): Provides a direct signal from the power stage of the emulated amplifier, with the cabinet and microphone removed from the signal path.

  • Direct (PreAmp Out): Provides a direct signal from the pre-amplifier stage of the emulated amplifier, with the cabinet, microphone, and power amp removed from the signal path.