Electric Bass (5-string)
The 5-string bass guitar adds a low B string below the standard 4-string bass, extending the range to B0. It is common in modern rock, metal, and session playing.
| Instrument family | Strings (Plucked) |
| Clef | Bass |
| Concert pitch | Yes |
| Concert range | B0–G4 |
| Written range | B1–G5 |
Playable Range
Comfortable range: B0–G4
Standard Tuning
| String | Note |
|---|---|
| 1 | B0 |
| 2 | E1 |
| 3 | A1 |
| 4 | D2 |
| 5 | G2 |
Fingering Chart
View the complete fingering chart for the Electric Bass (5-string), including standard fingerings, alternate fingerings, and high-register notes.
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