From the album _Takk_

The last tab was a messy affair, so here is how it goes on the record. For the 
main bassline, I play all on the same string and to accent the notes better 
and to replicate the sliding sound on the recording.

MAIN BASSLINE (lightly pluck each note with index and middle finger simultaneously 
— slide lightly to each note)

G—————————————————————————————————
D—————————————————————————————————
A———9———————————————4————6——2—————
E—————————————————————————————————

Towards the end, a little bit before the inspirational part, you start playing 
this line.

G—————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————
D—————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————
A———4—4—4—4—4—4—4—4—6—6—6—6—6—6—6—6—2—2—2—2—2—2—2—2—9—9—9—9—9—9—9—9———
E—————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————

Pluck a bit more vigourously once the guitar enters.

Have fun!

About Sigur Ros

Sigur Rós (English pronunciation: /?s???r ?r?s/, Icelandic: [?s????r ?rou?s]( listen)) is an Icelandic post-rock band with melodic, classical, and minimalist elements. The band is known for its ethereal sound and lead singer Jónsi Birgisson's falsetto voice. In January 2010, the band announced that they will be on hiatus until further notice in order to pursue solo careers and to spend time with their families.

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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