Sensory Deprivation Bank Bass Tabs - Moe @ BigBassTabs.com

this tab is not perfect, however it contains what you would need to lay down a cover or just a neat jam to whip out for your friends. i highly advise listening to the song before/during/after to pick up on timing, manerisms, improv., etc. i hope it's not too confusing to figure out :)

VERSE:

E:234———————————————        ————————————234
A:—————0——————05————        0——————05——————
D:——————————————————   OR   ———————————————
G:———————(14)—————7—        ——(14)—————7———

BREAK:

A:—3—0—————————————— X5
(Bend on the 3 and pull off to the open A)

On the fifth repetition of ^, you'll follow the open A with:
(slap E, pop D)

E:3/5—X——3/5—X——————
A:——————————————————
D:—————7——————77————
G:——————————————————

CHORUS:

it's relatively simple, but the groove is a bit awkward when just playing it solo..

E:5——————————
A:——3—4—5—6/7      X2
D:———————————
G:———————————

then

E:——————————
A:5—————————
D:——3—4—5—6/7      X2
G:———————————

and back to

E:5——————————
A:——3—4—5—6/7
D:———————————      X2
G:———————————

take it up a notch

E:———————————
A:7——————————
D:——5—6—7—8/9      X1
G:———————————

down a bit

E:———————————
A:5——————————
D:——3—4—5—6/7      X1
G:———————————

and we're back to

E:5——————————
A:——3—4—5—6/7
D:———————————      X1
G:———————————

then!

D:7—5———————— (let ring)

and repeat the chorus once more..

the jam—bit is mostly repetitions of the chorus while the lead guitar does its thing

thanks a bunch for taking the time to check this out! i have a passion for playing bass and a love of music in general so i sincerely hope this dinky tab helped you a bit; much love!

Added by mike g.

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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