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Ok say I'm looking at a tab like this

G------------------------|
D-4-2-0-----------------|
A-------3-2-0-----------|
E-------------3---------0|


Is there a way to translate these tabs into single notes to play on a keyboard? I understand that the numbers correspond to the fret, but how do I work out what actual note they correspond to? I don't wanna translate this specific one but just wanna know if its possible and how to do it, so I can play em on my synth....any help much appreciated.

[Frosty Jack]

easiest way is to reference this -



i.e. in your tab the first note is on the D string, fourth fret up. Check the picture, and it's an F#. The second note is on the D string, 2nd fret up, so it's an E.
It's a bit laborious, but I think that's what you'll need to do.
Remember #sharp notes can also be bflats, depending on the key of the piece, so you can use this one -



Obviously these are for guitar tabs, but ignore the top two (e and B) and they're the same of course.
Hope this is of some help.

Excellent thats exactly what I was looking for, thanks.

[Frosty Jack]

Originally posted by stripey
Excellent thats exactly what I was looking for, thanks.

Cool. And thanks for the info on the video card. I reckon I'll get one.
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