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Yamaha BB434 BL

BB434, the first model change in 7 years on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the series - Reasonably priced but equipped with a new mechanism

The YAMAHA BB has undergone a model change for the first time in seven years to coincide with the 40th anniversary of the BB series.

The design of the BB series has been reviewed and refined into a modern design while retaining the atmosphere typical of the BB series. The slimmer body and other features have also improved playability. A new miter-bolting neck joint has been adopted to thoroughly pursue improved body resonance.

In addition to improving the efficiency of string vibration and body vibration, durability has also been improved, resulting in a slim yet tough sounding bass. In addition, the newly developed pickups have been installed to achieve a clearer sound with more presence, while maintaining the powerful, thick bass sound that is the hallmark of the "BB Series".

Main Features

1. Modernized design of the traditional BB original shape

Based on the silhouette of the original BB shape, the body, neck, and head have been slimmed down, and the pickguard has been redesigned. The new design is sophisticated and modern, while retaining the BB series' originality. The new design also achieves high playability with a sleek and smart appearance.

2. "Miter Bolting System" for strong joint between body and neck

In addition to the four screws that secure the neck vertically from the back of the body, the new "miter bolting system" uses two screws to secure the end of the neck from the back of the body at a 45-degree angle. The contact surface between the neck and body is increased for a firmer and tighter fit, increasing neck strength and reducing loss of string vibration, resulting in a clearer sound and superior sustain. In addition, string vibrations are efficiently transmitted throughout the body, creating a rich sound that integrates the body and neck.

Newly developed pickups

Newly developed pickups for each model are installed. While inheriting the fat rock sound characteristic of the BB Series, the new pickups deliver an even clearer, more defined sound. The new pickups have a clear sound with a more defined contour, and a more prominent presence within the band.

4. unique "string-through-body" construction

The original "string-through-body" construction, which was used in previous models and was well-received, has been adopted in the BB PRO/700/400 series. In the "BB PRO/700/400 Series", however, the strings are passed through the bottom of the body, which is cut at an angle of 45 degrees to reduce the stress on the strings at the saddle, and the string vibration loss is significantly reduced and efficiently transmitted to the body. The bridge is a convertible type, and in addition to the back-through type, it can also be used with the normal front-through type, in which the strings are passed through from the bottom of the bridge.

Main Specifications

• Model BB434
• Body Alder
• Neck 5-piece maple + 5-piece mahogany (miter bolting)
• Fingerboard Rosewood
• Bridge/Tailpiece Vintage Plus Light (Steel Plate/Steel Saddle)
• Hardware Chrome
• String length 863.6mm
• Pickups YGD V5 P/J (Alnico V)
• Controls Front PU volume, Rear PU volume, Tone
• Accessories Soft case

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