Detail 01
Tab format
Shows string and fret rather than pitch. Fast to read, but it won't teach you note names or rhythm reading.
Product detailSKU #1283462206480
Cherry LaneMonster Book Of Rock Bass Tab
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A large collection of rock bass lines in tablature. For bass players who read tab and want a lot of songs in one book.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Self-taught bassists learning rock songs by tab
- Players building a covers or party-band repertoire
- Practice sessions where you want volume of material
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Bassists who want to learn standard notation
- Players focused on jazz, funk or metal specifically
- Anyone needing backing tracks or audio to play along
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Songbook, not a method
No graded exercises or technique instruction. You learn by working through songs at whatever level they land.
Detail 03
Rock-focused song selection
Lines lean on pick and fingerstyle root-and-fifth playing rather than slap or walking bass.
Detail 04
Large page count
A thick book that won't stay open flat on a stand without clips or a heavier music rest.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check the song list first — a big book still may miss the tracks you want
- 02No audio or backing tracks; you'll need the original recordings
- 03Tab shows fret positions, not rhythm — know the songs by ear first
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this standard notation or tab?
Tablature. Lines are written as string and fret numbers, so you can play them without reading standard notation.
02Does it come with audio or backing tracks?
No. Plan on playing along with the original recordings to get timing and feel.
03Is this good for a complete beginner?
It's a songbook, not a method book. You'll want basic fretting and plucking technique before working through it.
04Does it work for 5-string bass?
Tab is written for standard 4-string tuning. On a 5-string you'd play the same shapes on the top four strings.
Reference
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