heres a bass tab i wrote the other day
Tuning— G D A D (Dropped D)
~ (let ring for 4 beats)
(Intro)
G:
D:
A:
D: 0~ 0~ 0~ 0000
(2x)
(Chorus)
G:
D:
A:
D: 0 30 005 00 30 005
(4x)
(Verse 1)
G:
D:
A: 0 3 0
D: 00 3 5 5 3
(Chorus)
G:
D:
A:
D: 0 30 005 00 30 005
(4x)
(Verse 2)
G:
D:
A:
D: 0 0 3 5 7 5 3 5 3
(Chorus)
G:
D:
A:
D: 0 30 005 00 30 005
(4x)
(Outro)
G:
D:
A:
D: 0 0 3 5 7 5 0 3 2 0~
During the outro there is a ritard at the 3rd fret (the end of the outro), which
means you slow it down alot basiclly for one dramatic last few notes ending
heavily on an open D
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:
Each line in a tab represents a string on your 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.
Play the first note by picking it, then press down on a higher fret with another finger without picking again.
G|-------------------| D|-------5h7---------|
Pluck a note and then "pull off" your finger to let a lower fret ring.
G|-------------------| D|-------7p5---------|
Move your finger up (/) or down (\) the fretboard while maintaining pressure.
G|-------------------| D|-------5/7---------|
G|-------7b9---------|
G|-------7~----------|
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.
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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