Bass Tab Paper: uses, sizes and printing tips
Four-line tablature for bass guitar — one line per string, G on top and low E on the bottom. Also works for ukulele tab (A, E, C, G from the top).
How to print it
- Choose the paper size (US Letter, A4, Legal, A5 or Half Letter) and portrait or landscape — the page updates as you change settings.
- Choose staff paper, grand staff, guitar or bass tab, staff + tab, or chord diagrams, then the number of staves and the staff size.
- Add a title or a name/date header if you want, or keep the page plain.
- Click Print / Save as PDF. In the print dialog choose “Actual size” (100%) and turn off “Headers and footers”.
Tips
- Add rhythm with stems below the numbers if your band reads tab.
- Bigger staves are easier for beginners and for writing by hand; small staves fit more music per page.
- Barlines are drawn at both ends of every staff so each line reads as a complete system.
FAQ
Can I use it for ukulele?
Yes — ukulele tab also has four lines; label them A E C G from the top.
Do you have 5-string bass tab?
Use six-line guitar tab and ignore one line, or write on staff + tab.
Is the staff paper free to copy for my students?
Yes. Print as many copies as you need for your class, studio or choir.
Is it free, and do I need an account?
It is completely free with no sign-up and no download. Change the settings, print it or save it as a PDF, and bookmark the address — your settings are stored in the link.
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