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Intermediate bass guitar tabs for "Crusader" by Saxon, in D major at about 94 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Bass Guitar Tabs for "Crusader" by Saxon

Preview of the intermediate bass guitar tab arrangement for “Crusader” by Saxon.

Crusader by Saxon
Bass Guitar Tabs

Tab notationFretboard tab

The bass guitar part reads as a fretboard tab, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrerock · metal · power‑metal
Moodepic · heroic · determined
SignatureSaxon's classic power‑metal anthem, driving forward with relentless energy
D major
Key
94
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

A
C
G
Asus4(b7)
Dsus4
Am7
A11
Am
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre‑ChorusChorusVersePre‑ChorusChorusBridgeGuitar SoloChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

distorted electric guitars
layered rhythm and lead guitars with soaring melodic lines
acoustic drum kit
crisp snare, booming kick, and cymbal crashes that drive the rhythm
male lead vocals
clear, strong tenor voice with a slightly gritty edge, delivering the lyrics with conviction
driving bass guitar
tight, punchy low end that locks with the drums
male backing vocals
harmonized shouts and chants that reinforce the anthemic feel
Album & artist
ALBUM

Crusader (1984)

All of Crusader
Artist

Saxon

Saxon are a heavy metal band from Barnsley, England, formed in the mid-1970s. They were a leading force in the new wave of British heavy metal (NWOBHM) and put eight albums into the UK Top 40 during the 1980s, reaching audiences across Europe, North America, Japan, and South America. Fronted throughout by singer Biff Byford, they have kept touring and recording for decades and have sold tens of millions of records worldwide.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Crusader" in?

"Crusader" by Saxon is in D major.

What is the tempo of "Crusader"?

"Crusader" plays at around 94 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Crusader"?

The core progression is A, C, G, Asus4(b7), Dsus4, and Am7, built around the D major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Crusader"?

The recording features distorted electric guitars, driving bass guitar, acoustic drum kit, male lead vocals, and male backing vocals.

Can I get "Crusader" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. This is the intermediate bass guitar tabs arrangement of "Crusader" by Saxon, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Crusader" bass guitar tabs easy to play?

"Crusader" bass guitar tabs comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 94 BPM in D major with 21 chords to navigate, the part sits at a comfortable intermediate level. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "Crusader" bass guitar tabs?

Yes. The beginner bass guitar tabs for "Crusader" 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 "Crusader" on?

"Crusader" appears on Crusader (1984).

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