Yamaha BB435 TBS
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Yamaha
BB435 TBS
Product Info
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The BB435 TBS is a seriously well-built 5-string P-Bass with a modern edge. The neck profile is fantastic for comfortable playing, and the pickup combination gives you a surprisingly wide palette of tones – from growly vintage to tighter, modern sounds. This is an excellent choice for players wanting a versatile, professional-feeling bass without a premium price tag.
Product Description
- Yamaha BB435 TBS
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Alder
- 5-Piece neck: Maple / Mahogany
- Fretboard: Rosewood
- 21 Medium frets
- Scale: 864 mm (long scale)
- Pickup: 1 Split single coil and 1 bar single coil
- Yamaha hardware
- Colour: Tobacco brown sunburst
PROS
- • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant tone with good sustain
- • Maple/Mahogany neck offers a warm, comfortable feel and stability
- • Split single coil/bar single coil combo delivers a versatile range of tones
- • Yamaha hardware ensures reliable tuning and functionality.
CONS
- • Tobacco brown sunburst finish might not appeal to all players
- • Long scale (864mm) can be a stretch for smaller hands
- • Pickup configuration leans toward P-Bass tones, limiting extreme versatility.
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Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple / Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
1 Split single coil and 1 bar single coil
Scale Length
864 mm
Frets
21 Medium
Strings
5-String
Weight
Approx. 4.3 kg (9.5 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It offers a comparable build quality and tone to basses costing significantly more, with Yamaha’s renowned reliability being a major advantage.
While the long scale can present a challenge, the neck profile is relatively slim and comfortable, but players with very small hands might find it a bit of a stretch.
They lean towards a classic P-Bass vibe – warm, punchy, and defined – but the split single coil offers a brighter edge for more modern sounds.
