Yamaha TRBX 174EW NAT
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Yamaha
TRBX 174EW NAT
Product Info
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The TRBX 174EW NAT is a seriously impressive bass for the money. It's got a great feel, a warm and punchy sound thanks to the mahogany body and versatile pickups, making it ideal for gigging musicians or students just starting out.
Product Description
- Yamaha TRBX 174EW NAT
- Electric Bass
- Body: Mahogany
- Top: Mango
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Scale: 864 mm (long scale)
- 24 Frets
- Nut width: 40 mm
- Pickup: 1 Split coil and 1 single coil
- Chrome-plated Yamaha hardware
- Colour: Natural
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers warm, resonant low-end frequencies.
- • Mango top adds attractive aesthetics and subtle upper-midrange clarity.
- • Bolt-on maple neck provides a snappy, responsive feel for quick playing.
- • Split coil/single coil pickup combo offers versatile tonal options.
CONS
- • Rosewood fingerboard can feel a bit dry compared to oiled alternatives.
- • Bolt-on neck construction limits high-end sustain compared to set-neck designs.
- • Mahogany body might feel slightly heavier than basses with alder or ash.
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Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with Mango Top
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
1 Split Coil, 1 Single Coil
Scale Length
864 mm (Long Scale)
Frets
24
Strings
Nickel-plated Steel
Weight
Approximately 11 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The split coil offers a thicker, more powerful sound, while the single coil provides a brighter, more articulate tone – giving you a wide range of sounds from classic rock to modern funk.
Yes, the long scale provides a tighter, more controlled low end which is often easier for beginners to manage, and the spacing between frets is comfortable for most hand sizes.
The natural finish doesn’t directly impact the tone, but it allows the natural resonance of the mahogany body to be more prominent, resulting in a warmer, more organic sound compared to heavily lacquered finishes.
