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Finch — Letters To You Drop C bass tabs

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Artist : Finch
Song: Letters to You
Album: What it is to Burn
Tuning: Dropped C (No it isnt standard, you can
play it in standard but it doesn't sound right
if you have someone singing it because Finch plays
all their music in Drop C.
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You only need the low E (Db) string to play this on bass so
I won't even put the other strings. and I'm sure this
tab is correct we play this song all the time in practice.

> = Play multiple times with rhythm
~ = Let note ring

Intro: Just Guitar


Verse: Play each note multiple times with the songs rhythm

Db ——0>—————4>——————5>——————7>—————————


Pre Chorus

Db ——4—4—4—4—4—————5—5—5—5—5—5—————0~———————


Chorus

Db ——9>—————5>——————0>——————4>——————————


Then go thru Verse, Pre Chorus, Chorus again

Breakdown

Db ————00—00—00—00—00— and so on, it's all open on the Db
just figure the rhythm out.

Tablature player for this song:
Finch - Letters To You  Drop C Bass Tab

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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