Orestes Bass Tabs - Perfect Circle, A @ BigBassTabs.com

Artist:  Perfect Circle
Song: Orestes
Album: Mer de Noms
Tab by: Chris Rudzinski ([email protected])

Standard tuning

Intro:  No bass

After drums come in, Verse:  4x

G ————————————————————————————————
D ————————————————————————————————
A ————————————————————————————————
E ———9——99/12——12125——55/7—7—7

E ———9——99/12——12125——55h—44—5/7—7—7

Chorus:  2x

E ———9——9997——7775——555—5—5—55

Then play the verse riff 2x until 
the eerie guitar part comes in
and play this really softly

E ———9—————————5————5/7————7/9        

E ———9—————————5————5/7————7/99995555

After build—up

E ———9—999——5——5/7——7/9—999

E ———9—999——5——5/ 7——7/9—999/101010/121212

Don't know what to call this part:  4x

E ———9—9999——7—7777——5—5555
 
Let five ring during next part
After that there comes the big solo:

E ———555555333333/888888—0—0—0

E ———555555/888888/101010101010/12—12—12

E ———555555333333/888888—0—0—0

E ———555555333333/888888

Mellow part:
 
E ———555555333333/888888—0—0—0

E ———555555/888888/101010101010/12—12—12—12—12—12

E ———555555333333/888888/101010105555——11—12—14

After that:  4x

E ———9—9999/12—12—12—127—77775—5555—5—5555

Then when guitar goes on (no vocals):  2x

E ———9—9999/197—77775—5555—5—5555

E ———9—9999/19h—21—19h7—7/195—5555—5—5555

End

I'm not sure how many times you hit the 
strings because the bass is really smooth 
in the song and it's hard to hear it, but 
I just follow the bass drum and it sounds good.

questions,comments, corrections e—mail me at
[email protected]

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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