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The bass scales chart below shows three common bass scales (pentatonic minor, blues and major) as patterns on a fretboard. They show the scales as played on a 4 string bass with standard tuning. Scroll down to download a printable pdf version of the chart, with no log-in or sign-up required.
Guitar bass scales in pdf format for print. The printable scales are in high resolution (300 dpi) and includes scale diagrams, tabs and fingerings. Major and Minor scales. Charts and tabs for the Major and the Minor scale in all keys. For 4-string bass (standard tuning: E-A-D-G). Major scales. Minor scales. Preview thumbnail screenshots:
Melodic Minor Scale (Jazz Minor – Same Descent) .....7 Major Pentatonic Scale .....7
Bass scales in pdf. Scales in all keys for pdf download. Choose between scales presented with fingerings as tabs or tabs together with standard notation. Major scales (tab) Major scales (tab + notation) Minor. The Minor scale is next to Major the most important and fundamental knowledge in music. One-octave pattern, root on 3rd string
Notice that each scale uses the accidentals used in the Key Signature with the same name BUT you RAISE the 6th AND 7th scale degree one half step. Melodic minor scales from sharp key signatures. in the Bass clef. w. w.
We will start by learning two of the easiest minor bass scales: E and A minor. Then, I will show you how to build on that knowledge and how to play every single minor scale on the bass guitar. Afterward, you will learn how to play the scales past the root note and octave.
Bass scales in tab, notation and movable scale diagrams. A complete reference for bass guitarists of all styles and abilities. Use these scales in your basslines, songwriting, riffs and improvisation.