Golden Tip ! Bass Tabs - Bass Lessons @ BigBassTabs.com


You can be as free on the bass as you want, by keeping in mind that 
there are 4 degrees in playing to chord:   1 = Roots — 1
                                           2 = Chord notes — 1,3,5,7
                                           3 = Scale notes — 2,4,6
                                           4 = Remaining notes
Sooo you're only a halve tone off when you make a mistake. OKEY ;—)





A good way to learn how to solo is by starting to learn (Pentatonic 
Scales) FIRST!!
Pentatonic in Major = 1 2 3 5 6 8  — Don't play 4 and 7
Pentatonic in Minor = 1 3 4 5 7 8  — Don't play 2 and 8




If you want to expand you knowledge, then you should practise 
(Church Scales).
it sound stupid, but learn this and you can play/solo over most 
pop,rock music
Let me start by explaining how it works! (m=minor)
1 = Ionic      =    Major — 1  2  3  4  5  6  7  8 
2 = Doric      =    Minor — 1  2 m3  4  5  6 m7  8
3 = Phrygian   =    Minor — 1 m2 m3  4  5 m6 m7  8 
4 = Lydian     =    Major — 1  2  3 m4  5  6  7  8
5 = Mixolydian = Dominant — 1  2  3  4  5  6 m7  8
6 = Aolic = Naturel Minor — 1  2 m3  4  5 m6 m7  8
7 = Lockrian   =    Minor — 1 m2 m3  4 m5 m6 m7  8 
8 = same as 1 


So now you know how it works! Don't think you're there cos it's 
a long road.
FEW tips for soloing and Improvisation are..
— Use Dynamics!! play something softer and HARDER
— Use Hammer on's and Pull off's ,slides and Bend's etc.....
— Make a theme, that means when u are improvising and u play a sequence
  play that part a few times more in other modes for example.
— Start really lazy when starting to improvise, build up the 
tension! WHAAAAA
— And don't forget you're always a halve step from a good note!!!!!!!!!!

bye RTBM

How to Read Bass Tabs

Bass tablature (tabs) is an easy way to learn songs without needing to read traditional sheet music. Here’s a quick guide to understanding the symbols and techniques commonly found in tabs:

1. The Basics

Strings and Frets:
Each line in a tab represents a string on your bass:
- The top line is the highest-pitched string (G on a 4-string bass).
- The bottom line is the lowest-pitched string (E on a 4-string bass).
Numbers on the lines indicate which fret to press. For example:
```
G|-------------------|
D|-------------------|
A|---3---------------|
E|-------------------|
            
```
This means you play the 3rd fret on the A string.

2. Common Techniques

Hammer-On (h):
Play the first note by picking it, then press down on a higher fret with another finger without picking again.
```
G|-------------------|
D|-------5h7---------|
            
```
Pull-Off (p):
Pluck a note and then "pull off" your finger to let a lower fret ring.
```
G|-------------------|
D|-------7p5---------|
            
```
Slide (/ or \):
Move your finger up (/) or down (\) the fretboard while maintaining pressure.
```
G|-------------------|
D|-------5/7---------|
            
```

3. Advanced Techniques

Bend (b): Push the string up or down to raise the pitch. Example: G|-------7b9---------|
Vibrato (~): Shake the string slightly after playing a note to create a vibrating sound. Example: G|-------7~----------|
Muted Notes (x): Rest your finger lightly on the string without pressing a fret and pluck for a percussive "click" sound.

4. Rhythm and Timing

Tabs don’t always indicate timing, so listen to the song while reading the tab. Wider spaces between numbers mean longer pauses, while closer numbers indicate quicker notes.

5. Slap and Pop

Slap (s): Strike the string with the side of your thumb for a percussive sound.
Pop (p): Pull the string away from the fretboard and let it snap back.

Practice Makes Perfect

Tabs are a great tool to learn songs, but mastering the techniques takes practice. Listen carefully to the original track and play along to lock in the rhythm. Don’t rush — smooth, accurate playing is more important than speed. Happy jamming! 🎸

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