Yamaha 4 String Bass Guitar BB434BL BB400 Series

The BB400 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.

Featuring a 6-bolt miter neck joint, the BB434 continues the legacy of superb sound and playability of the renowned BB Series.

Key Features

• 34" (863mm) scale length is the standard for professional basses
• Solid alder body gives a full-bodied sound, with beefy mids and excellent lows
• 5-piece maple/mahogany neck provides durability and prevents necks from warping
• 10" (250mm) neck radius
• Rosewood fingerboard produces a warm sound to tame harsh high end
• 1.57" (40mm) nut width makes for a comfortable playing experience
• Dot fingerboard inlays
• Diagonal Body-Thru Stringing significantly increases string vibration in body.
• 6-bolt mitering neck joint gives greater body/neck adhesion for more sustain
• GraphTech TUSQ nut for easier tuning and balanced tone
• New lightweight tuners lessen the headstock weight for better balance
• 2- V5 YGD-designed ALNICO 5 pickups
• 2 volume and 1 tone control offer complete control of sound shaping
• Chrome hardware
• Black gloss finish