How to Play Faded on Guitar (Easy Tab)
Alan Walker
To play Faded on guitar, use the one-string tab below and press each fret in order. The melody is smooth and repetitive — ideal for beginners. Start at 0.5× speed, loop phrases you miss, then build up to full tempo.
Step-by-step
- 1
Set up on one string
Check which string the tab uses and tune your guitar to standard.
- 2
Play the melody line
Follow each fret number. Let notes ring briefly before moving — Faded has a flowing, connected feel.
- 3
Use slow playback
The interactive player lets you slow down and loop. Practice the hook until it sounds familiar.
- 4
Smooth transitions
Focus on clean moves between frets rather than speed. The melody should feel continuous.
Interactive tab — play along
Scroll horizontally to see upcoming notes
The easiest way to learn this song is on one string — follow the highlighted frets above. For the full melody page with extra tips, open the complete Faded tab →
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Frequently asked questions
Is Faded easy on guitar?
Yes — the one-string arrangement is beginner-friendly and uses a memorable, repeating melody.
Can I play Faded on acoustic?
Absolutely. The fret numbers are the same on acoustic and electric guitars.
More tips, common mistakes, and the same interactive player on the melody page.