Balthazar - Decency
Tempo = 81
[Intro]
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A|7---------------|----------------|7---------------|----------------|
E|--------8-------|10-7----2---3---|--------8-------|10-7------------|
[Verse 1] 00:48
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E|12--------------|10--------------|12--------------|10------------10|8---------------|
[Chorus] 01:15
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A|7---------------|----------------|7---------------|--------------5-|
E|--------8-------|10-7----2---3---|--------8-------|10----------7---|
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[Verse 2] 01:39
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A|5---------------|7---------------|5---------------|----------------|
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[Chorus] 02:03 till 02:50
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E|--------8-------|10-7----2---3---|--------8-------|10----------7-10|
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E|12------8-------|10-7----2---3---|--------8-------|10--------------|
[Chorus] 03:03
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Bass Tabs | |
Title | Decency |
Artist | Balthazar |
Tablature Type | ASCII Tab |
YouTube ID | ncAqwXMwnok |
Interactive Bass Tab Guide
Interactive bass tabs provide a better experience than ASCII tabs. With playback, loop, print features and a responsive display that follows the screen of your device.
Use these buttons to control the digital tab player.
Symbol | Function |
| Move cursor to the first bar |
| Play interactive tabs |
| Pause playback |
| Loop |
| Print the tab |
| Zoom |
Page | Switch between page and horizontal view mode |
How to Read Bass Tab: A Beginner's Guide
1. Understanding the Basics
a. Strings:
Bass tab consists of horizontal lines representing the strings of the bass guitar. The lowest-pitched string (usually the E string) is at the bottom, and the highest-pitched string (usually the G string) is at the top.
b. Numbers:
Numbers on the lines indicate which fret to play on a specific string. For example, if you see "3" on the E string, it means you should press down the third fret on the lowest string.
2. Reading Bass Tab Example
In this tab:
- Play the note on the 1st fret of the E string.
- Play the open E string.
- Play the 3rd fret on the A string.
- Play the 1st fret on the A string.
G|-----------------|
D|-----------------|
A|---------3-------|
E|---1-1---1---3---|
3. Playing Techniques
a. Hammer-ons and Pull-offs:
Hammer-ons are represented by an "h" (e.g., 5h7 means play the 5th fret and hammer onto the 7th fret). Pull-offs are represented by a "p" (e.g., 7p5 means play the 7th fret and pull off to the 5th fret).
b. Slides:
Slides are often indicated by an "/" or "\\" between two numbers (e.g., 5/7 means slide from the 5th fret to the 7th fret).