Dmv Intro Bass Tabs - Primus @ BigBassTabs.com

This is tabbed for a 6 string because that is what I play however, it is done just the
on a 5 string. Anyone using a 4 string who is far enough along in playing to tap these
out should have no trouble in swapping the low—B notes to placement on the E.
It has been a while since I tabbed anything, so I hope I remembered everything and made
understandable for everyone. Note spacing may be off by a smidge, but if you start
you will easily see where it all goes. This is tabbed according to how I learned
the song years ago with the help of some tab I had in a magazine at the time. Sorry I don't remember
magazine or when, but it was not long after the song came out.
The intro is as follows, minus the effects Claypool so dearly loves but which are not
for this song.
Everything in the first section is hammered on the low—B with the index or middle
and all other notes are right hand taps, assuming you are right handed.
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———————18—————————————18—————————17—17——————|
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———15————————15——————————————15—————————————|
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——————————————————19————————————18—18—————————18—18—|
——————18—————————————18—————————17—17—————————17—17—|
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——15————————15——————————————15—————————15\14————————|
During the verse (below) it is essentially the same thing, with only the low note
from the 15th to the 3rd fret,  yet played the same way with minor variations here and there.
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———————18—————————————18—————————17—17—————|
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————3—————————3———————————————3————————————|
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——————————————————19—————————————18—18—————————18—18—|
———————18—————————————18—————————17—17—————————17—17—|
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————3————————3———————————————3—————————————3—————————|
Once you get it down, it is a pretty simple little run, fun to play and great for
your friends, especially Primus fans. It looks tough when played, but really isn't all that
unless you have a really high action or under—developed tapping strength.
I will try to get the rest of the song tabbed out and add it later, but this should
you something to work with, and the rest is really easy to figure out just using most of
notes here.

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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