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Alice In Chains — God Smack bass tabs

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Song: God Smack
Band: Alice In Chains
Album: Dirt
Tuning: Eb,Ab,Db,Gb
Tabbed by: Fabio Galdo (icq 22230541)

Bass Tab Characters:
h = hammer on
p = pull of
/ = slide up
= slide down
() = let ring
= harmonic
P = pop
S = slap
x = mute

Its a great and easy song, fun to play around, but you have to listen to the cd, so you can
get the timing and when the riffs changes.
Use your fingers to get a better sound.


Intro/Verse/Guitar Solo

**intro comes on 3rd measure**

Gb||———————————————————————————————————||
Db||—*———————————————————————————————*—||
Ab||—*—1—1—1———————————————————————2—*—||
Eb||————————2—2—2—2—0——0—1—1—1—2—2—————||

Pre—Chorus
(told you no one is blind)

Gb||——————————————————————————————————||
Db||——————————————————————————————————||
Ab||——————————————————————————————————||
Eb||——2—2—2—2———0—0—0—0—0—0—0—0—0—————||

Fill
(what you hide)

Gb||——————————————————————————————————||
Db||——————————————————————————————————||
Ab||——————————————————————————————————||
Eb||——2—3————3————5—5—5—5—————————————||

Chorus
* you can hammer the E on the A string, 7th fret. (5h7)
Gb||——————————————————————————————————||
Db||
Ab||
Eb||——————————————————————————————————||

The End
* when you hit the E on the end of last chorus, slide it down.
Gb||——————————————————————————————————||
Db||——————————————————————————————————||
Ab||———7—————————————————————————————||
Eb||——————————————————————————————————||

That is it, may not be 100% accurate, but its my best shot. Questions, corrections, ultra—expensive
gifts? Send to [email protected] — icq# 22230541

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Alice In Chains - God Smack Bass Tab

About Alice In Chains

Alice in Chains is an American rock band formed in Seattle, Washington, in 1987 by guitarist Jerry Cantrell and vocalist Layne Staley. Although widely associated with grunge music, the band's sound incorporates heavy metal and acoustic elements. Since its formation, Alice in Chains has released four studio albums, three EPs, two live albums, four compilations, and two DVDs. The band is known for its distinct vocal style which often included the harmonized vocals of Staley and Cantrell.

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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