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Yamaha BB234 BB-Series Bass Guitar, Rasberry Red

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  • The Introductory BB234 RR of the hardest working bass in the business: the Yamaha Bb Series
  • Solid alder Body
  • Custom V3 pickups (Ceramic)
  • Vintage style Bridge
  • Lightweight open gear tuners

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4.5
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4.4
For beginners
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4.3
3.9
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Product Description

So you've decided that the bass is the instrument for you. You're putting in the countless hours of practice, building your repertoire, and jamming with friends to tighten up your set in preparation for your onstage debut. The best-in-class durability, sound, and playability of the 200 lineup makes it the ideal instrument to help you take that crucial first step down the road to being a serious musician.


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Yamaha BB-Series Bass Guitars

Yamaha's storied BB series of bass guitars delivers the superb sound and build quality that this series is known for in a smaller body with even better playability. Featuring a Alder/Maple/Alder construction for quicker transmission of sound from the strings to the body and neck, a firmer 6-bolt miter neck joint for improved stability, and custom-wound pickups that achieve higher output gain while retaining the classic BB voicing, the new BB basses are a testament to our commitment to musical excellence.

Yamaha has always sought to offer nothing less than a pure bass guitar. Forgoing passing technical fads in favor in proven technologies and production techniques, the BB Series allows you to build your own sound rather than defining one for you. These latest models continue this tradition of reliable excellence in superbly crafted bass guitars that you can depend on to give you the sound you need, in any situation you throw at it.

The Legacy Continues

Built for the Working Bassist

We've spent decades working closely with artists to help us forge a clear vision of what working professionals demand of their bass in every capacity. By incorporating this invaluable, real-world experience and insight into practical approaches to the BB series' design, construction, and ultimately its legendary tone, this collaboration has been the impetus behind this iconic instrument's continuing evolution as the hardest working bass in the business.

Penetrating Sound

Yamaha has worked closely with some of the most prolific bassists in the business to craft that unmistakable BB sound— constantly evaluating their ideas and feedback to create the right sound for the music of the moment. The latest series features a miter neck joint that has won praise in the Billy Sheehan Signature/ Attitude Limited III lineup, by increasing the efficiency of vibration transmission to the body for a more resonant, organic feel and tone.

A New Take on a Classic Design

The new lineup has undergone a significant redesign with subtle contour changes and body weight reduction made out of consideration to playability and comfort, while still retaining the classic silhouette of the BB body/ head design. The differences are subtle, but you'll definitely feel them. The new models also feature standard sized pickups for the first time in a BB, for more convenient customization or replacement.

Alder/Maple/Alder Body

The new BB features an Alder/Maple/Alder multi-laminated body construction. The hard maple center increases body stiffness and accentuates midrange to cut through the mix of a band, and allows a more uniform transmission of vibrations between the body and the maple neck for unparalleled resonance and sustain. (BB Pro, BB700 Series).

6-bolt miter neck joint

Miter bolting holds the neck closer and tighter to the body fusing these two separate components into one. Compared to a conventional bolt-on joint, miter bolting offers more efficient transfer of string vibration throughout the body, for improved sustain and outstanding resonance that brings every note to life. (BB Pro, BB700, BB400 Series).

Custom-Wound Pickups

BB's custom-wound pickups fit standard pickup cavities and feature a medium-high output with vintage voicing for great tone in any setting. BB basses come with pickups selected specifically to match the distinct character of each model in the series, delivering a uniquely versatile sound while retaining the classic BB tone.

Convertible Bridge & Saddle

BB basses incorporate 'Diagonal Body Thru Stringing' which significantly reduces stress on the strings while transferring vibration to the body reliably and efficiently. The bridge comes equipped with a convertible saddle that can be adjusted to 2 different angles for more precise tonal shaping and feel.


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4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
135 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the sound quality, quality and appearance of the bass. For example, they mention that it's a great sounding bass, with sweet voice and that it is built very well. They appreciate the appearance and playability of the product, saying that it has a top notch design and is easy to play. Customers also appreciate the value for money, saying it is a good bass for the money.

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31 customers mention27 positive4 negative

Customers like the sound quality of the bass. They say the pickups are great and voiced exceptionally well for vintage type bass tones. Customers also say the bass is great looking, easy to play, and has a sweet voice. They appreciate the tonal range across the two pickups, which provides a variety of tonals options. Overall, customers are satisfied with the sound performance of the product.

"...I think the pickups are great and are voiced exceptionally well for vintage type bass tones, but they are standard size and shape in case you want..." Read more

"...In addition to sounding great I have positives on the look (coffee burst), weight, balance, tuning pegs, bridge, satin neck finish..." Read more

"This Bass is excellent especially in this price range. Sounds great!" Read more

"Just required a little set up and I was off and running. Great bass, great tone, great style." Read more

21 customers mention16 positive5 negative

Customers like the quality of the stringed instruments. They say that all Yamaha instruments are built very well, the pots are sturdy and smooth, and the tone options are great. They also mention that the instruments arrived intact and functioning. Some customers also mention the case is nice. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"...All three of mine have absolutely impeccable craftsmanship, the fit and finish is perfect, and the instruments play and sound amazing...." Read more

"...cheap Amazon 9V batteries, a clip-on tuner, couple good cables, solid music stand and a reverb pedal. And an amplifier, goes without saying...." Read more

"Quality is superb!" Read more

"...Other than the extremely long shipping and poor handling and some QC issues and set up from Yamaha, the user experience of the product itself is..." Read more

7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the stringed instruments. They mention that it has a nice color, a top notch design, and a satin neck finish. The blue is more vibrant in the sun and looks black indoors.

"...the look (coffee burst), weight, balance, tuning pegs, bridge, satin neck finish (no sanding needed), and tonal range across the two pickups...." Read more

"...Great bass, great tone, great style." Read more

"comparing to bass guitars for over $2-3K ,this is a great bass! top notch design, subtle details to be found when looking it over, from the "..." Read more

"...Great sounding bass for a 5 string beginners. Blue is more vibrant in sun. Looks black indoors...." Read more

7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers find the playability of the bass to be great, easy to play, and flexible. They also say the user experience of the product itself is excellent, and it's perfect for beginners or pros.

"...and some QC issues and set up from Yamaha, the user experience of the product itself is excellent...." Read more

"...But very playable. I can't get over how good it sounds. I would not hesitate buying this bass again. Yamaha always make quality instruments...." Read more

"...It came set up right out of the box and ready to play. Action was good, the neck is very comfortable and sounds good...." Read more

"...It is easy to play, so dont expect the toothpick neck like on the Fender Geddy Lee basses or the newer designed basses that the tight 6-stringers..." Read more

7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the stringed instruments. They say it is a great bass for the money.

".../bass, and I have to say that I think the MIJ Yamahas are the best value for the money in guitars and basses, bar none...." Read more

"...Jeez, what a nice bass for $500. There are prettier bass guitars but beauty is in the eye of the plucker...." Read more

"...I had no issue with tuners mentioned by some other reviewers. Great value for money! 234 model better for beginners." Read more

"Good value for the money" Read more

6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the stringed instruments. They mention that it is functional, versatile, and perfect for their needs. The pickups and active circuit are powerful, with very clear voice tone.

"...so many are still playing BB's from decades ago because they are so functional and versatile, I think this is going to be an old friend for me one..." Read more

"...The active electronics work great -- 3 knob EQ only when the toggle is on -- but I keep forgetting to toggle it off when I finish playing so to..." Read more

"...but mine was packaged very well, delivered quickly, all intact, all functioning, all good...." Read more

"...This bass balances well on your shoulders. The pickups and active circuit are powerful with very clear voice tone and distinguishable..." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers like the comfort of the stringed instruments. They mention that the neck is very comfortable, and the bass feels good. They also appreciate the wide padded comfortable shoulder strap, a stand, and a fret wrap.

"...: I have found super helpful the following: A wide padded comfortable shoulder strap, a stand, a fret wrap, a set of flat wound strings, some cheap..." Read more

"...Action was good, the neck is very comfortable and sounds good...." Read more

"Great bass, it sounds good it feels good overall a great item." Read more

3 customers mention0 positive3 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the tuning quality of the stringed instruments. They mention that the nob was damaged, the head was broken, and the 5th tuner was bent slightly.

"...a very nice color and great quality but i had received it with a damaged tuning nob. One of the string can not be tuned...." Read more

"Great sounding bass. The 5th tuner was bent slightly but I got bass at a discount. I set it up to my taste." Read more

"The bass arrived with a broken tuning head. For such an expensive bass, low quality tuners like this are a pretty big disappointment...." Read more

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5 Stars
Simply awesome
This is my third MIJ Yamaha guitar/bass, and I have to say that I think the MIJ Yamahas are the best value for the money in guitars and basses, bar none. All three of mine have absolutely impeccable craftsmanship, the fit and finish is perfect, and the instruments play and sound amazing.There's no compromise here between this bass and a Fender P-Bass, a PJ, or anything else that's in that vintage mold. This is above the Fender American Standard (Professional, whatever they are calling it lately) level of quality. It's level with any top of the line production Fender easily. You won't find any poorly cut nuts, tooling marks, or finish issues from the factory on these.The best features of the BBP34 over competitors like high end Fenders is, IMO, the overall higher level of build quality, and the really full low and midrange tone. It sits really really well in a band mix. These differ from Fenders in that the body is Alder/Maple/Alder and traditionally that's what gives them the power the BB series has always been known for. I think the pickups are great and are voiced exceptionally well for vintage type bass tones, but they are standard size and shape in case you want to drop in something else.One last note - Amazon ships these in their factory shipping box, but I had no issues. The hardshell case the bass came packaged in was fine, unblemished and totally safe when it arrived at my door.I would recommend this over any comparably priced bass, and to anyone who wants a passive, vintage-style bass that does the classic P-Bass thing exceedingly well but offers more than any other manufacturer can offer at the price. This is a lifetime type instrument for me, I believe. Like so many are still playing BB's from decades ago because they are so functional and versatile, I think this is going to be an old friend for me one day too.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2021
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5.0 out of 5 stars Simply awesome
Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2021
This is my third MIJ Yamaha guitar/bass, and I have to say that I think the MIJ Yamahas are the best value for the money in guitars and basses, bar none. All three of mine have absolutely impeccable craftsmanship, the fit and finish is perfect, and the instruments play and sound amazing.

There's no compromise here between this bass and a Fender P-Bass, a PJ, or anything else that's in that vintage mold. This is above the Fender American Standard (Professional, whatever they are calling it lately) level of quality. It's level with any top of the line production Fender easily. You won't find any poorly cut nuts, tooling marks, or finish issues from the factory on these.

The best features of the BBP34 over competitors like high end Fenders is, IMO, the overall higher level of build quality, and the really full low and midrange tone. It sits really really well in a band mix. These differ from Fenders in that the body is Alder/Maple/Alder and traditionally that's what gives them the power the BB series has always been known for. I think the pickups are great and are voiced exceptionally well for vintage type bass tones, but they are standard size and shape in case you want to drop in something else.

One last note - Amazon ships these in their factory shipping box, but I had no issues. The hardshell case the bass came packaged in was fine, unblemished and totally safe when it arrived at my door.

I would recommend this over any comparably priced bass, and to anyone who wants a passive, vintage-style bass that does the classic P-Bass thing exceedingly well but offers more than any other manufacturer can offer at the price. This is a lifetime type instrument for me, I believe. Like so many are still playing BB's from decades ago because they are so functional and versatile, I think this is going to be an old friend for me one day too.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Good overall product. Needed major setup. Horrible shipping.
Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2020
BB434 series: Was hesitant to write a review about this one because of shipping quality time and some craftsmanship. I do give it 4 stars for the product, but I’d say, I’ll never make a huge musical instrument purchase on Amazon again. Experience CONS: The package was practically destroyed. The Yamaha box wasn’t all that secure to begin with. There was a ding on the back of the bass upon opening. It needed a complete set and intonation fix. The string tree also moves while tuning. So you have to hold it in place when close to finishing up tuning. The bolts in the back were practically forced in there as you can see in the pic, it’s scraped away at the finish (bad QC on the production line). Product PROS: lightweight, balanced, good fret edges and fingerboard. Love the 2 string through options. I know the tuners are “lightweight” but they do seems fragile? Pots are sturdy and smooth. Pick ups and tone options are great. Other than the extremely long shipping and poor handling and some QC issues and set up from Yamaha, the user experience of the product itself is excellent. I recommend this bass, just buy it from an actual music store in person in case of QC issues or from somewhere with trusted shipping and handling and better packaging.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Exactly what I was looking for!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great bass, great service.
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