Yamaha BB735A 5-String Bass – Translucent Matte Black
Built for working bassists who demand versatility, clarity, and rock-solid performance, the Yamaha BB735A brings together active flexibility with the organic punch of classic BB tone. Its Alder/Maple/Alder body construction and 6-bolt miter neck joint ensure incredible resonance and sustain, while the YGD Custom V7 pickups with active/passive switching offer all the sonic control you need on stage or in the studio. Finished in a sleek Translucent Matte Black, this 5-string beast is ready for any gig that comes your way.

Features

  • 5-piece maple/mahogany neck offers enhanced brightness and strength
  • Alder/Maple/Alder multi-laminated body delivers rich tone with added midrange cut
  • 6-bolt miter neck joint improves string vibration transfer and sustain
  • YGD Custom V7 pickups provide a fat yet articulate tone
  • Active electronics with passive bypass for total tonal flexibility
  • 3-band EQ with master volume and pickup balancer
  • Rosewood fretboard with medium frets and bar inlays
  • Vintage Plus bridge with brass saddles and string-thru option
  • Comes with Yamaha gig bag

Specifications

General
- Number of Strings: 5
- Orientation: Right-handed
- Color: Translucent Matte Black
- Finish: Satin Polyurethane
- Series: BB Series

Body
- Body Shape: BB Doublecut
- Body Construction: Alder/Maple/Alder
- Top Material: Maple
- Back Material: Alder

Neck
- Neck Material: 5-piece Maple/Mahogany
- Neck Shape: C
- Neck Joint: 6-bolt miter
- Neck Finish: Satin Polyurethane
- Scale Length: 34" (863.6 mm)
- Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius: 10" (250 mm)
- Fingerboard Inlays: Bar inlays
- Number of Frets: 21, Medium
- Nut Width: 1.692"
- Nut Material: GraphTech Tusq
- Width @ 0/12th Fret: 40.0 / 56.3 mm
- Thickness @ 1st/12th Fret: 21.0 / 23.0 mm

Hardware
- Bridge: Vintage Plus String-thru with Convertible Brass Saddles
- Tuners: Lightweight Open-gear
- Case: Gig Bag included

Electronics
- Neck Pickup: VSP7n Alnico V Split-coil
- Bridge Pickup: VSC7b Alnico V Single-coil
- Controls: 1 x Master Volume, 1 x Pickup Balancer, 3-band Active EQ
- Switch: Active/Passive toggle
- Strings: D’Addario EXL (.045–.130)

Other
- Included Accessories: EB-SC Softshell Case, Hex Wrench, User Manual
- Warranty: Limited Lifetime
- Dimensions (Black Finish)
- Shipping Weight: 18 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 50" x 21" x 6"
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): BB735A TMBL

ConditionBrand New (New)
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Brand
Model
  • BB735A-TMBL 5-String with Active Electronics
Finish
  • Matte Black
Categories
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Active / Passive Pickups
  • Passive Pickups
Pickup Configuration
  • Split-Coil / S
Active Preamp
  • Active Preamp
Number of Strings
  • 5-String
Color Family
  • Black
Body Shape
  • Double Cutaway
Number of Frets
  • 21

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