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Intermediate bass guitar sheet music for "Firewall" by Steve Vai, in G major at about 130 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Sheet Music for "Firewall" by Steve Vai

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement for “Firewall” by Steve Vai.

Firewall by Steve Vai
Bass Guitar Sheet Music

Bass clefMid-staff range

The bass guitar part reads from bass clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrerock · metal · instrumental
Moodaggressive · intense · virtuosic
Signaturefirewall of shredding guitars and soaring solos
G major
Key
130
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

E
G
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-ChorusChorusPost-ChorusBridgeInstrumentalSoloBreakdownDropOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

distorted electric guitar
lead and rhythm guitars dominate with rapid alternate picking, sweep picking, tapping, and whammy bar dives
drums
tight, punchy kit with double‑kick patterns and syncopated fills
bass guitar
tight, round, syncopated bassline driving the groove
synth pads
subtle atmospheric pads that add depth without detracting from the guitars
Album & artist
ALBUM

Real Illusions: Reflections (2005)

All of Real Illusions: Reflections
Artist

Steve Vai

Steve Vai is a guitarist, songwriter, and producer from Long Island, New York, who started playing at age 11 and studied under Joe Satriani before attending the Berklee College of Music. He worked with Frank Zappa in the early 1980s and later played with David Lee Roth and Whitesnake before building a long solo career rooted in rock and heavy metal. His solo records are known for technical guitar work, adventurous song structures, and a wide range of tones and textures.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Firewall" in?

"Firewall" by Steve Vai is in G major.

What is the tempo of "Firewall"?

"Firewall" plays at around 130 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Firewall"?

The core progression is E and G, built around the G major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Firewall"?

The recording features distorted electric guitar, drums, bass guitar, and synth pads.

Can I get "Firewall" bass guitar sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar sheet music arrangement of "Firewall" by Steve Vai, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Firewall" bass guitar sheet music easy to play?

"Firewall" bass guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 130 BPM in G major with 2 core chords, the part stays friendly for newer players. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "Firewall" bass guitar sheet music?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar sheet music for "Firewall" simplifies the busiest passages and rhythms while keeping the melody, so it is the easiest way to start. The intermediate and advanced arrangements are one tap away when you want more of the original.

What album is "Firewall" on?

"Firewall" appears on Real Illusions: Reflections (2005).

How does Songscription turn a song into sheet music?

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Can I get sheet music for a live or cover version?

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How accurate is the transcription?

It is produced by AI trained on millions of bars of music, and you can play it back and fine-tune any details before you download.

Is this transcription licensed?

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