Billy Sheehan's Gear
Billy Sheehan uses Rotosound RS88LD Tru Bass Black Nylon Flatwound Bass Strings (65-115) on his Epiphone Rivoli, as confirmed in the YouTube video "The most unique P bass in history? Probably. (Bass Tales Ep.2)" by Scott's Bass Lessons. The use of these strings is evidenced by the distinctive silk color at the string ends, and Sheehan's long-standing association with Rotosound further supports this.
Used on the album "Lean into it" by Mr. Big according to the Rotosound website
Billy Sheehan is confirmed to use Rotosound RS66LDN Pure Nickel Bass Strings (45-105) on the album "Lean into It" by Mr. Big, as stated on the Rotosound website.
Used in the 80s with David Lee Roth, as stated in the Rotosound website, Billy Sheehan has been a long time Rotosound player and endorser
Billy Sheehan is confirmed to use the Roland PK5 Dynamic MIDI Pedal, as it can be seen at the 2:25 mark in the official music video for "Green-Tinted Sixties Mind" by Mr. Big, available on the MrBigVEVO YouTube channel.
In a video tour of his home studio, Billy Sheehan demonstrates his use of the DiMarzio ClipLock Strap by showcasing several of his instruments equipped with this specific strap. This information is confirmed by a video titled "‼️Billy Sheehan gives us a tour of his home studio!🤯🎸" published by Masters of Shred on YouTube.
Billy Sheehan owns a Kala U-Bass Solid Body, which he has modified with his signature DiMarzio pickup and painted light blue, as seen in a tour of his home studio featured in a video by Masters of Shred on YouTube.
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