Sound System Bass Tabs - Operation Ivy @ BigBassTabs.com

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            by Operation Ivy from their self—titled album
              Tabbed by Dave Miller ([email protected])

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   A great and simple Op Ivy tune.  This is just the basic root of what
   is played.  The actual song varies quite a bit but can be played just
   by straying slightly from the root.     
   

   Basic Outline:
      — Intro
      — Chorus (2X)
      — Verse (2X)
      — Chorus (2X)
      — Verse (2X)
      — Chorus (2X)
      — slight pause before the interlude followed by A and another pause
        with no bass
      — Chorus (2X)
      — another A pause
      — Chorus (2X)
      — Interlude

   Choose from over 1800 more tabs at the Bass Tab Archive at:

            http://www.basstabarchive.com/
   
   If you have any submissions for the archive, feel free to mail them to
   me at [email protected].

   Enjoy!    

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    Chorus

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    Sound system gonna bring me back up...
                                                                                


    Verse

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    Try to describe to the limit of my ability....                                                                                
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    Interlude   

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    Sound.....system........sound.....system

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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