CRADLE OF FILTH — FROM THE CRADLE TO ENSLAVE
From the Album FROM THE CRADLE TO ENSLAVE
Copyright 1999 MUSIC FOR NATIONS
Version 1.0 — DECEMBER 2001
Transcribed by: Christian Andolf
For Questions, Comments, Newest Version, or Corrections contact
Christian Andolf: at [email protected]
.  — palm mute          /  — slide up to
\  — slide down to      ~  — vibrato
h  — hammer on          b  — bend
p  — pull off            Suffixes for bend
ph — pinch harmonic
f — full bend    h — half bend
*  — see comment           r — release      t — tap bend
X  — percussion mute       ~ — vibrato bend
@  — slight palm mute     () — ghost note, sustained note
Tune Bass to D (D, G, C, F)
One thing I can say now 'bout the song is that it is quite
hard to figure out for the bass as most part is kinda blurry
but one thing I know for certain is that it's not hard to play.
So try this out and send corrections to me if you know something
better because this song rocks!
Bass enters at 0:26...
Riff A* (0:26)
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*This whole part I'm not quite sure of but
I think this is right.
Riff B* (1:19)
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|—0———0—3~———3—2—1——0——0—4~———4—3—2————————|
*This is 100% right.
Riff C* (1:32)
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*This is the most confusing part. This is what
I think it is (you play it almost in unison
with the band). However, it's very hard to hear
so if you got corrections please mail 'em.
Otherwise, if you just play the open E—string
all the time it will sound good too.
Repeat Riff B (1:45)
Repeat Riff A (1:58)
Pause (during the violin thing) (2:24)
Riff D* (2:39)
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*This could be wrong with a halfnote or so
wrong but it's played something like this.
Riff E* (3:18)
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|—5——————5————————4~———5—————5—44~——4—77~——|
|———66~————66~——6————————66~———————————————|
*If the riff above this is wrong, then so
is this.
Repeat Riff D (3:31)
Repeat Riff A (3:57 — 5:42)
Keyboard fades out

About Cradle Of Filth

Cradle of Filth are an English extreme metal band, formed in Suffolk in 1991. The band's musical style evolved from death metal to a cleaner and more "produced" amalgam of gothic metal, symphonic black metal and other extreme metal styles, while their lyrical themes and imagery are heavily influenced by gothic literature, poetry, mythology and horror films.

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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