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This is the equipment [[Sting]] used for live performances during the [[1978-1979 Outlandos d'Amour Tour]].
 
This is the equipment [[Sting]] used for live performances during the [[1978-1979 Outlandos d'Amour Tour]].
  
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Sting's bass gear for 1978/1979.
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During the 1978-1979 tour, when the Police toured the USA, photos of the band on stage show that Sting was using at least one complete Ampeg SVT setup, consisting of an Ampeg SVT bass amp and Ampeg 8x10 cabinet. It can be assumed that this was a rental unit, rented in NYC for the first gig at CBGBs, and then used for the 3 week tour.
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Sting does not appear to have used any effects pedals on this tour.
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Sting was using his early 1960's Fender Jazz bass, with the stripped finish and clear coating.
  
 
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Artist: Sting
Band or ensemble: The Police
Time gear used: 1978 - 1979

Introduction

This is the equipment Sting used for live performances during the 1978-1979 Outlandos d'Amour Tour.

Sting's bass gear for 1978/1979.


During the 1978-1979 tour, when the Police toured the USA, photos of the band on stage show that Sting was using at least one complete Ampeg SVT setup, consisting of an Ampeg SVT bass amp and Ampeg 8x10 cabinet. It can be assumed that this was a rental unit, rented in NYC for the first gig at CBGBs, and then used for the 3 week tour. Sting does not appear to have used any effects pedals on this tour. Sting was using his early 1960's Fender Jazz bass, with the stripped finish and clear coating.

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