Bass

What this instrument takes: string count, common tunings, and typical scale length where this site's solver covers it.

String count

4, 5, 6 strings, depending on variant.

Common tunings

  • Bass (4-String): E–A–D–G
  • Bass (5-String): B–E–A–D–G
  • Bass (6-String): B–E–A–D–G–C

Typical scale length

  • Bass (4/5-string): 34" typical (30", 32", 34", 35" seen)

From this site's own set-solver presets — the same construction categories the advisor and the tension builder use.

Where to actually play it

This site covers gear, not technique. Bass Warrior is the deep home for bass players.