This is tabbed in standard tuning. I've tried to give an impression of the
rythmn by repeating the notes together ie, --55-5555- are all in the first fret.
The bass starts at the same time as the guitar, and just after the drum intro.
Riff A
G|-------------------------|---------------------|
D|-------------------------|---------------------|
A|-5--5--5555--555--55--44-|---2--2222-22-22--44-|
E|-------------------------|---------------------|
Riff B
Riff B
G|-------------------------|---------------------|
D|-------------------------|---------------------|
A|-5--5--5555--555--55--44-|---2--2222-22-22--00-|
E|-------------------------|---------------------|
Riff C
G|-------------------------|---------------------|
D|-------------------------|---------------------|
A|-------------------------|--00-0000-000-00--33-|
E|-3--3--3333--333--33--44-|---------------------|
Riff D (outro)
G|-------------------------|
D|-------------------------|
A|-5-5------0-0-0-5--------|
E|------3-3----------------|
Intro riff A *2
verse riff A
riff B
Chorus riff C (Play through Verse & Chorus twice)
riff A *2
verse riff A
riff B
Chorus riff C (Play through Verse & Chorus twice)
riff A
riff B
Chorus riff C
Outro riff D
A note on the outro:
some people use an ascending scale instead of the same notes, do whatever feels
best to you.
Alternative outro:
G|-------------------------|
D|-------------------------|
A|-5-5------0-2-3-5--------|
E|------3-3----------------|
| Bass Tabs |
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| Title |
Teenage Kicks |
| Artist |
The Undertones |
| Tablature Type |
ASCII Tab |
| YouTube ID |
PinCg7IGqHg |
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 |
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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).
