Hold My Own Bass Tabs - Biohazard @ BigBassTabs.com

Biohazard — Hold My Own

>From 'Urban Discipline'
Roadrunner Records

Transcribed for Bass by Alex Scott
([email protected])

Dropped D Tuning


    q  e  e  q  e  q  e  e  e  e  e  q                                  
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A————————————5—————5——5——3——5——3————————|———————————————————————————————
D———0——0——0—————0—————————————————6——5——|———————————————————————————————
                                                                        

    q  e  e  q  e  q  e  e  e  e  e  e                                  
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A————————————5——3——5——5——5——5——3——5——6——|———————————————————————————————
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    q  e  e  e  q  q  q  q  e  e  q                                     
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D———0——0——0———————————6——5——0——3——1——|——————————————————————————————————
                                                                        

    e  e  e  e  e  e  e  e  e  e  e  e  q  q                            
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D———0——0——0——0——0——0——0——0——0——0——0——0——1——1——|—————————————————————————
                                                                        

    q  e  e  e  q  q  q  e  e  q     q  e  e  e  q  q  q  s  e  q       
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D———0——0——0————————0——0——0————————|——0——0——0————————0——0——0——3——1——|————
                                                                        

    H  e  e  e  e  e  q     H  e  e  e  e  e  q                         
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    q e  e  e  e  e  e  e  e  e  q  e  q                                
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    h  e e  h  Q  e e q  h  e  e  h  Q  Q                               
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D———0——3p0——3——5——5h6p5——0——3——0——3——5——6——|————————————————————————————
                                                                        

    w  e  e  q  w  e  e  q  w  h  q  e  q                               
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    w  e  e  e  q  w  e  e  e  q  w  q  e  q  q  q  q  e  q  q          
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D———0——0——3——3——3——0——0———————————3——5———————————6——5——0——3——3——||——————
                                                                        

There are only 12 parts that you need to know to play the entire 
song. I've arranged them in order of the first time they crop up in 
the tune 
but I'll leave the song progression to you to figure out. As always 
the best way to get to grips with 'Hold My Own' is to listen to the 
song and play along. All the best!

NB. This is a slightly simplified version of the bass line. Like all
of Biohazard's Roadrunner recordings, 'Hold My Own' is poorly recorded
and it's difficult to pick out the bass from the rest of the track.
Therefore the actual song is probably a little bit more complex than
this, and the rhythm may be slightly off. Give me a break though, I've
only been playing bass for a month!

E—Mail me feedback or corrections etc. to the address above. If I
get a positive response I might post more BH tabs.

Alex

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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