Yamaha YEV105 Pro NBL Electric Violin

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Yamaha YEV105 Pro NBL Electric Violin

Yamaha

YEV105 Pro NBL Electric Violin

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 597897
Brand: Yamaha
Model: YEV105 Pro NBL Electric Violin
Price: $1,840.30

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The YEV105 Pro NBL is a solid choice for serious students and gigging musicians looking for a lighter, more comfortable electric violin. It offers a surprisingly natural acoustic tone thanks to the ARE treatment, and the 5th string expands your harmonic possibilities. This violin really shines for contemporary styles and folk, where a blend of acoustic warmth and amplified projection is key.

Product Description

  • Yamaha YEV105 Pro NBL Electric Violin
  • Electric 5-String Violin
  • Further development of the YEV 105 model with approx. 550 g less weight
  • Spruce top
  • 2-ply maple soundboard
  • Hollowbody with side slots
  • Maple fingerboard
  • Maple neck
  • Walnut frame
  • Ebony chinrest
  • Wittner fine tuning pegs
  • Synthetic resin pegbox
  • Bridge made of "Acoustic Resonance Enhancement" (ARE) treated maple with built-in piezo ceramic pickup and metal cover on one side
  • Tailpiece with fine tuners
  • Volume control
  • Selector switch for activating the volume control
  • 3.6 mm mono jack output
  • D'Addario Zyex strings with D'Addario Helicore C-string
  • Colour: Natural / Black
PROS
  • • Lightweight design (around 550g less) enhances playability for extended sessions.
  • • ARE-treated maple bridge provides a surprisingly warm, acoustic-like tone.
  • • Walnut frame adds rigidity and a touch of elegance to the instrument’s build.
  • • Wittner fine tuners offer precise intonation adjustments for demanding performances.
CONS
  • • The synthetic resin pegbox, while durable, lacks the aesthetic feel of traditional ebony.
  • • Limited tonal versatility compared to more complex electric violin setups with multiple pickups.
  • • The built-in piezo pickup, while decent, won't rival dedicated, high-end magnetic systems.

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Key Features

Type Electric 5-String Violin
Strings D'Addario Zyex (G, D, A) & Helicore (C)
Pickups Built-in Piezo Ceramic (Acoustic Resonance Enhancement treated bridge)
Connections 3.6 mm Mono Jack Output
Body Material Spruce Top, 2-Ply Maple Soundboard, Maple Fingerboard & Neck, Walnut Frame, Ebony Chinrest
Weight Approx. 740g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The ARE process adds a warmth and complexity to the tone, mimicking the aging of a traditional acoustic violin, which was noticeably absent in earlier versions.
While versatile, the 5th string is best utilized for drone tones, extended harmonies, and adding a unique texture – it's less ideal for fast, virtuosic passages.
The piezo pickup provides a clean, relatively neutral signal that responds well to effects, but it lacks the high-output drive of magnetic pickups; a preamp might be beneficial for some amp configurations.

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