Yamaha TRBX 505 TBL
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Yamaha
TRBX 505 TBL
Product Info
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The TRBX 505 TBL is a seriously well-built 5-string that's a fantastic all-rounder. The mahogany body gives it a lovely warmth, while the Alnico pickups handle everything from funky grooves to heavier rock tones. It's a great option for gigging musicians who need a dependable, versatile bass without the premium-priced tag.
Product Description
- Yamaha TRBX 505 TBL
- 5-String electric bass
- Body: mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)
- Neck: 5-piece-maple / mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)
- Neck attachment: bolt-on
- Fretboard: Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
- Scale: 864 mm (long scale)
- 24 Frets
- Nut width: 43 mm
- Pickups: 2 Yamaha Alnico humbuckers
- Electronics: 3-band with controls for volume
- balance
- bass
- mids and treble
- Active / Passive switch
- Black chrome Yamaha hardware
- Colour: Translucent Black
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers a warm, resonant, and articulate low-end.
- • 5-piece maple/mahogany neck offers excellent stability and a comfortable feel.
- • Yamaha Alnico humbuckers provide a punchy, versatile tone suitable for many genres.
- • Bolt-on neck design offers a snappy attack and easy adjustability for setup.
CONS
- • Rosewood fretboard can feel a little dry compared to oiled alternatives.
- • Translucent Black finish can show fingerprints and minor blemishes easily.
- • While versatile, it lacks the extreme clarity of some higher-end basses.
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Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)
Neck Material
5-piece Maple / Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla)
Fingerboard
Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
Pickups
2 Yamaha Alnico Humbuckers
Scale Length
864 mm (long scale)
Frets
24
Strings
5-String
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 1705 offers upgraded electronics, a figured maple top, and a more refined finish, but the 505 delivers excellent value and a similar core sonic character.
Yes, the passive mode mellows the highs and tightens the low end, providing a more vintage-inspired tone, while active mode boosts the signal and adds more clarity.
A bass amp with a clean, neutral sound will really let the TRBX 505 TBL’s versatility shine – something with adjustable EQ is a plus.
