Yamaha BB235 VW
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Yamaha
BB235 VW
Product Info
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The BB235 VW is a seriously solid 5-string for players wanting that classic, punchy vibe without the premium price tag. It's a great entry point to 5-string playing, offering a comfortable feel and surprisingly versatile tones – ideal for rock, pop, and even some funk. The long scale provides that extra low-end definition that 5-strings are known for.
Product Description
- Yamaha BB235 VW
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Alder body
- Bolted maple neck
- Rosewood fretboard (Dalbergia latifolia)
- Scale: 864 mm (Long Scale)
- 21 Medium frets
- Fretboard radius: 600 mm
- Nut width: 43 mm
- Pickups: 1 Split coil (neck) and 1 single coil (bridge)
- 2 Volume and 1 tone controls
- Vintage style bridge with 18 mm string spacing
- String thickness from factory: .045 - .130
- Colour: Vintage White
PROS
- • Alder body delivers a balanced, articulate tone with good sustain.
- • Bolted maple neck provides a comfortable, familiar feel for many players.
- • Rosewood fretboard offers a warm, slightly softer attack than maple.
- • Split coil/single coil pickup combination provides versatility for various genres.
CONS
- • Bolted neck construction lacks the resonance of a set-neck design.
- • Vintage style bridge might not offer the stability of a more modern design.
- • Alder body, while great, can be a bit on the lighter side for some players.
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Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
Pickups
1 Split coil (neck) and 1 single coil (bridge)
Scale Length
864 mm (Long Scale)
Frets
21 Medium
Strings
.045 - .130 gauge
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a comfortable 'C' shape – not too thick, not too thin – similar to the BB435, but with a slightly more vintage feel.
No, the rosewood fingerboard is unfinished, so some players prefer to oil it to prevent dryness and cracking over time.
It shares a similar fundamental growl, but the split coil pickup provides a slightly more modern, less muddy low-end compared to a traditional P-Bass.
