Mark Stoermer

Mark Stoermer is seen playing the Fender Geddy Lee Jazz Bass. Mark can be seen playing this bass in many live performance stills.

Mark Stoermer frequently plays a Fender Jazz Bass, as seen in various performances and videos, including the YouTube video "The Killers - Human - Legendado - HD" by Daniel Manske.

"I wasn’t able to get the Fender Bassman I wanted, so I tried a Fender Hot Rod DeVille 2x12 guitar amp, and it worked out well. But what really made my tone different on this album is that I played with my thumb on a lot of it. I also used my fingers on some parts, which is different for me, as I’m mainly a pick player. I would plug into the DeVille, set the level so that it wouldn’t distort, and then play very softly. I got a really nice, warm sound that way."

Stoermer used the a vintage Fender precision bass, along with a Rickenbacker 4001, during the recording of Sam's Town.

Mark Stoermer discusses his evolving approach to tone and subtlety in his playing in an interview with Bassplayer. He mentions using the Boss BD-2 Blues Driver, highlighting its role in capturing the nuances of his sound as he moves beyond the raw energy of his earlier days.

This rig was used during the recording of Stoermer's solo album, "Another Life", in 2011.

Stoermer uses the Starfire when playing "This is Your Life" on the album Day & Age.

Stoermer uses the Hofner 500/1 on "Joy Ride" on the album Day & Age.

He is also playing this on Joyride on the Live at the Royal Albert Hall DVD https://youtu.be/v9TrYEGXbs8

Stoermer used the 4001, along with a vintage Fender precision bass, during the recording of Sam's Town.

Mark Stoermer discusses his evolving approach to bass playing in an interview with Bassplayer, highlighting his attention to detail during recording sessions. He uses Dunlop Max Grip Nylon 1.0mm Guitar Picks to enhance the nuances in his tone, reflecting his growth as a musician.

Mark Stoermer, bassist for The Killers, discusses his evolving approach to bass playing in an article on Bassplayer. He mentions the importance of nuances in his tone as he matures as a musician. Stoermer uses GHS Bass Boomers M3045X 45-105 strings, which contribute to the distinct sound and subtlety of his performances.

He Plays this at Royal Albert Hall for the song For Reasons Unknown.

During The Killers' performance on "Live on Letterman," Mark Stoermer played a 1977 Gibson 335. Although he primarily uses another Gibson guitar, it appears he borrowed this particular model for the occasion.

From Mark's Official YouTube Channel. In this live studio recording, at the 0:13 second mark. You get a clear shot of half of his pedal board that sits by his feet in the video. You can make out a pedal cut off on the left of the screen that says Baby with 535Q underneath.

From Mark's Official YouTube Channel. In this live studio recording, at the 0:13 second mark. You get a clear shot of half of his pedal board that sits by his feet in the video. The light blue JHS Unicorn sticks out with it's light blue.

From Mark's Official YouTube Channel. In this live studio recording, at the 0:13 second mark. You get a clear shot of half of his pedal board that sits by his feet in the video. The MXR ten band EQ sits is at the top of his board.

From Mark's Official YouTube Channel. In this live studio recording, at the 0:13 second mark. You get a clear shot of half of his pedal board that sits by his feet in the video. The Big Muff sits at the top left of his board.

From Mark's Official YouTube Channel. In this live studio recording, at the 0:13 second mark. You get a clear shot of half of his pedal board that sits by his feet in the video. This pedal is a little harder to see, but the memory toy is closest to the stand, but out of focus. You can tell what it is by electro harmonix's iconic metal case, how many knobs, half white label, and where it sits in the signal chain.