The Yamaha TRB 1005 J Translucent Black is a professional all-round Bass with active electronics and agile playing characteristics. For the five-string bass guitar Yamaha relies on the since the 1980s proven design with optimal playing characteristics and extra-long 35" scale length for a tight sound. While the five-string's alder body features a maple top with chic cloud maple veneer, the bolt-on neck is constructed of five-piece maple and mahogany. Two Yamaha Humcanceled Single Coils and an active 3-band EQ also provide multi-faceted Bass sounds that are at home in almost any genre. Last but not least, indestructible Hardware in the form of a brass bridge and precise die-cast tuners complete Yamaha's TRB 1005 J Translucent BlackE-Bass .
The Yamaha TRB 1005 J Translucent Black electric bass convinces with agile playing characteristics and flexible all-round sound.
The Yamaha TRB 1005 J Translucent Black at a glance:
TRB-designed five-string E-Bass
Transparent black high gloss finish
Bolt-On construction with 35" extra long scale length (889 mm)
Alder body
Maple top with curly maple veneer
Six-bolt, five-piece maple-mahogany neck
24-fret rosewood fingerboard with oval inlays
One Yamaha Humcanceled Single Coil with Alnico V magnets in neck position
One Yamaha Humcanceled Single Coil with Alnico V magnets in bridge position
Active 3-band tone control
5-String Bass with extra-long scale length
To guarantee a tight sound with precise response of all strings, Yamaha uses an extra-long 35" scale length (889 mm) for the TRB 1005 J bass guitar. In addition, the five-string has an alder body with maple top, whose swinging design promises an optimal balance on the strap and on the thigh. With the pleasantly flat pro, the five-piece maple-mahogany neck sits comfortably in the hand, so that on the 24-fret rosewood fingerboard every Bassline goes off with ease. Last but not least, the intensely drawn cloud maple veneer sets a visual highlight.
Humcanceled Single Coils, 3-Band EQ and solid hardware
As pickup for the TRB 1005 J Bass Yamaha chooses two Humcanceled Single Coils. Equipped with Alnico V magnets, the pickups deliver a warm yet transparent tone at the bass amp that responds lively to playing technique, supporting expressive E-Bass playing in a wide range of genres. In addition, the electric Bass is equipped with an active 3-band tone control for precise customization of the Bass sound. The solid brass 5-saddle bridge of the TRB 1005 J Translucent Black not only supports the bass guitar's premium tone, but also guarantees optimal intonation and string action adjustment. Five die-cast tuners provide furthermore for an exact and robust tuning of the electric bass.
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