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Yamaha TRB1005J - Translucent Black

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5-string Electric Bass with Alder Body, Quilted Maple Laminated Top, 5-pc Maple/Mahogany Neck, Rosewood Fingerboard, Active Electronics, and 2 Humcanceled Single Coil Pickups - Translucent Black
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Its custom active EQ and super long scale(35") gives players a wide range of tonal possibility, perfectly balanced string tention and exceptional low-frequency response. From Jazz and Fusion to Rock and Metal, TRB's exceptional versatility push bass creativity to the next level.

Yamaha TRB1005 5-string Bass Guitar at a Glance:

  • Maple / Mahogany 5-Ply Neck
  • Super Long Scale (35")
  • 3-Band Active EQ

    What Yamaha Says...

    TRB was born as a versatile 6-string bass guitar along with the greater involvement of synthesizers in music in end of 1980s. TRB has been developed to cover low tonal range with a 6th string (low B), which could not be reached by orthodox 4-string bass, and also the 1st (high C) makes possible for advanced players for further improvisation and expression.TRB has employed a longer scale length of 35" to increase crisp tonal character in low range and great feel for string tension. TRB's low-noise PU and 3-band active circuit produce well-balanced clear sound and provide access to a wider range of tonal possibilities. As a result of Yamaha's countless efforts for innovation, TRB has been supported by many professional musicians since its debut in 1989 and become an icon of a 5 and 6-string bass in the world.

    Maple Laminated Body

    The laminate body is crafted from a slab of alder with figured maple on top. A bolt on neck is used to ensure a secure bond between neck and body and create a clear, powerful sound.

    Solid Brass Bridge

    The brass bridge transmits string vibration to the body with great efficiency.

    5-Piece Neck

    The 5-piece maple neck is designed with a 35-inch (889mm) super long scale and 24-frets. The neck on the TRB1006J is fitted with double truss rods to sufficiently counter tension created by the instruments six strings.

    Alnico V Hum-Canceling Pickups

    Hum-canceling type Alnico V pickups produce clear tone, for a wide tonal range and deliver a heavy bass sound with presence.

    Active 5-Control Circuit

    The active 5-control circuit provides access to a wide range of tonal possibilities. Everything from subtle variations in tonal nuance to dynamic sound output is possible.

    Yamaha TRB1005 5-string Bass Guitar Features:

    • An extremely versatile bass for all styles of music
    • Fast-action 5-piece maple/mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard
    • Comfortable alder body with maple top
    • Humcanceled Single Coil pickups give you a universe of great bass tones
    • Audiophile-grade active electronics let you dial in the perfect tone
    • Yamaha Limited Lifetime Warranty

    Yamaha's TRBX1005 5-string bass delivers great sound and amazing playability!

    Body Shape TRB1000
    Left-/Right-handed Right-handed
    Number of Strings 5
    Color
    Translucent Black
    Body Material Alder
    Top Material
    Quilted Maple Laminated
    Body Finish Gloss Polyurethane
    Neck Material 5-piece Maple/Mahogany
    Radius 23.625"
    Fingerboard Material Rosewood
    Fingerboard Inlay Offset Dots
    Number of Frets 24, Medium
    Scale Length 35"
    Nut Width 1.693"
    Nut Material Bone
    Bridge/Tailpiece
    Solid Brass
    Tuners Die-cast Covered
    Number of Pickups 2
    Neck Pickup
    Humcanceled Single Coil / Alnico V
    Bridge Pickup
    Humcanceled Single Coil / Alnico V
    Controls
    Master Volume, Pickup Balancer, 3-Band EQ(Bass, Middle, Treble)
    Strings D'Addario EXL, .045-.130
    Manufacturer Part Number TRB1005JTLB