These are the correct tabs for "for the punks" by the
Casualties
Play the intro slow for four times
G-------------------------------------------------
D-------------------------------------------------
A---------------77777777---------------555--------
E---55555555----------------33333333-------5-555--
Play the intro faster for the verse for four times and
then go into the chorus
*Chorus
A----3333-5555-8888-7777-------------------------------
Play that four times and then go back into the verse.
After playing the verse and chorus three times;
everything but the guitar cuts out and the bass plays
this after the guitar plays one part of the verse. In
time with the guitar of course
A----------7------------555---------
E----5-----------3----------5-555---
Just listen to the song to find out how much of the
verse and chorus need to be played next. Just
remember...spiky haired drunk punks are here to stay!
| Bass Tabs |
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| Title |
For The Punx |
| Artist |
The Casualties |
| Tablature Type |
ASCII Tab |
| YouTube ID |
j0VusKsFZYs |
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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).
