Yamaha BB434M TBS Bass Guitar

The 400 lineup continues the BB tradition of great build quality and signature sound that won the series acclaim throughout its forty-year history. Whether you prefer a rosewood fingerboard or the distinctively bright, crisp sound of maple, the precision feel and response of the six bolt miter neck along with the presence and clarity of custom-wound pickups will inspire you to play your best when it really counts.

FEATURES

Alder/Maple/ Alder Body Construction

The new BB features an alder/maple/alder laminated body construction. The hard maple center increases body stiffness and accentuates midrange to cut through a band mix, and allows a more uniform transmission of vibrations between the body and the maple neck for unparalleled resonance and sustain. (BB Pro, BB700 Series)

6-bolt Miter Neck Joint 

Miter bolting holds the neck closer and tighter to the body fusing these two separate components into one. Compared to a conventional bolt-on joint, miter bolting offers more efficient transfer of string vibration throughout the body, for improved sustain and outstanding resonance that brings every note to life. (BB Pro, BB400 Series)

Custom-Wound Pickups

BB's custom-wound pickups are designed to fit standard pickups cavities and feature a medium-high output with vintage voicing for great tone in any setting. BB basses come with pickups selected specifically to match the distinct character of each model in the series, delivering a uniquely versatile sound while retaining the classic BB tone.

Convertible Bridge and Saddle for Precise Tone Shaping

BB basses incorporate "Diagonal Body Thru Stringing" where strings are angled at the saddle and pass through the instrument to the bridge, which come equipped with a convertible saddle that can be adjusted to two different angles for more precise tonal shaping and feel. The rounder side of the saddle fives a slightly duller sound, while the more angled area of the saddle produces a slightly tighter one. 

Control

The new BB models are equipped with one tone control and two volume control knobs, for versatile sound shaping.

Vintage Plus Light Bridge 

The 400 models are equipped with a Vintage Plus Light bridge that incorporates Diagonal Body Thru Stringing, in which the strings are angled at the saddle and pass through the instrument to the bridge at a 45 degree angle, as opposed to the traditional vertical stringing method which places more stress on the strings. Diagonal Body Thru Stringing significantly reduces this stress while transferring string vibration to the body reliably and efficiently. The strings can also be attached to the tail end of the bridge.

In 5-string models the bridge is equipped with an offset low B string.

Five-piece Neck 

The new series features a 5-ply maple and mahogany laminated neck, in a bolt-on design that delivers a sharp attack, and quick response. This durable construction resists warping and twisting and adds the tight, penetrating character of maple combined with the warmth of mahogany to the instruments tone.

New Neck Shape

The New BB models feature a slightly thinner neck than previous BB basses, improving playability and feel for both modern and traditional players.

Lightweight Tuners

Lighter weight tuners offer a better balance and complement the overall feel, providing a perfect match for the smaller, lighter body of the new BB.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Scale length: 34" (863.6 mm)
• Body Material: Alder Body
• Finish: Gloss Polyurethane
• Neck Material: Maple/Mahogany 5pcs
• Neck Finish: Satin Polyurethane
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 10" (250 mm)
• Frets: 21, Medium Nut
• Material: Graphtech
• Neck Pickup: VSP5n ; Split Single Coil / Alnico V
• Bridge Pickup: VSC5b ; Single Coil / Alnico V
• Controls: Neck PU Volume, Bridge PU Volume, Master Tone
• Bridge: Vintage Plus Light ; Convertible stringing, Steel saddle
• String Spacing: 19 mm
• Pickguard: Tobacco Brown Sunburst / 3Ply Black; Teal Blue, Black / 3Ply Cream
• Strings: D'Addario EXL-170SL / 0.045-0.100
• Case not included