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 How to Tune a bass guitar Source: Mantius Cazaubon Platinum Quality Author

Well since I don't know exactly how many strings are on your bass guitar I shall present you with different options, namely, 4-string, 5 string, 6 string, and 7 string basses.

The standard tuning of a four string bass guitar from highest (thinnest string) to lowest (fattest string) is G-D-A-E.

On a six string bass guitar, a thinner (higher pitched) string is added, and is tuned to C. On a 7-string bass a high F-string is added. Tuning your bass is all about matching the pitch of your instrument to that of a bass guitar tuner, pitch pipe, tuning fork or a correctly tuned piano or keyboard. Loosen the string and tune up to the correct note. Tuning your bass is not hard.

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What is a bass guitar?

Bass guitars are either acoustic guitars or electric guitars. The amplifier used for bass guitars is different from those used on other types of guitars. The acoustic guitar does not use electric power. There are four strings on the bass guitar all of which are of varying thickness. The thick strings produce low frequency sounds while the thinner strings produce higher frequency sounds. Always play the guitar with your back straight. You can play the guitar while standing or when seated.

Fretting, Plucking, and Picking

Performing techniques incorporate fretting, plucking and picking. Firstly, always press the string down firmly when playing a note. Playing Notes

The top most string produces the E note while the corresponding strings produce notes A, D, and G respectively. The major scales incorporate seven notes while the minor scales use five notes.