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The Yamaha BB234 bass has a construction that provides a quick transmission of sound between the strings and the body an d neck. The neck union is supported by six bolts for greater stability, and the pickups usually get a higher gain at the output, while maintaining the classic Yamaha bass timbre.
When they choose an instrument, bassists look for perfect sound, versatility, durability and more. Yamaha has worked for years with a number of artists who play at the highest level, in studio or live environments, to create a clear view of the demands of professional bass players. By incorporating the invaluable real world experience and defined vision into practical approaches in design, construction and fundamentally in the legendary sound of the BB series, collaboration has been the impetus behind the continuing evolution of this iconic bass.
The latest evolution of the BB series includes the arm-joint structure that has garnered many accolades in the Billy Sheehan Signature / Attitude Limited III range. By increasing the efficiency of the transmission of vibration to the body and a touch and sound more resonant and organic. It also features an alder / maple / alder construction that provides cleaner, richer sound and impressive resonance.
The new bass line underwent a significant overhaul with subtle contour changes and reduced body weight to ensure greater comfort and greater ergonomics to play while maintaining the classic low BB silhouette. The differences are subtle, but easily noticeable. The new models include for the first time standard size BB pickups, so it is comfortable to make changes (customization) or replacements.