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Description

Crafted for the discerning bassist, the Yamaha Attitude LTD II Electric Bass combines professional-grade components with an innovative design, offering a unique blend of power and precision. Known for its dynamic tonal range and robust build, this instrument is a result of Yamaha’s collaboration with legendary bassist Billy Sheehan. The Attitude LTD II is engineered to deliver a rich, full sound that cuts through any mix, whether in the studio or on stage.

One of the standout features of this bass is its dual-output design which allows players to split the signal from the neck and bridge pickups into separate outputs. This not only enhances versatility but also offers unprecedented control over your sound, enabling the creation of complex tones with clarity and depth. The bass is equipped with a custom DiMarzio Woofer pickup in the neck position and a DiMarzio Will Power pickup in the middle position, delivering a powerful and articulate sound palette.

Built to withstand the rigors of touring, the Yamaha Attitude LTD II boasts a solid alder body and a maple neck that offers smooth playability and durability. The 21-fret rosewood fingerboard ensures comfortable navigation across the scales, making it ideal for both intricate solos and driving bass lines. Whether you're laying down the groove in a band or recording your next hit, this bass is a reliable partner in your musical journey.

Key Features:

  • Dual-output design for enhanced tonal versatility
  • Custom DiMarzio Woofer and Will Power pickups
  • Solid alder body with maple neck
  • 21-fret rosewood fingerboard
  • Designed in collaboration with Billy Sheehan
  • Ideal for both studio recording and live performances
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Billy Sheehan Talks About His Signature Yamaha Bass Before His Show with The Flo Guitar Enthusiasts

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Billy Sheehan Talks About His Signature Yamaha Bass Before His Show with The Flo Guitar Enthusiasts

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Yamaha Attitude LTD 2 - P-Bass with extra muscles

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Yamaha Attitude Limited 3 vs Attitude Limited 2 Sonic Comparison

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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Yamaha Attitude LTD II Electric Bass.

Features and functionality

  • The Attitude LTD II has a stereo output setup, with a woofer going to a bass amp and the P pickup to a distorted amp for a massive sound.

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Build quality

  • The back of the neck can be safely pressed for vibrato due to two extra screws providing additional support.

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  • Some users report finish inconsistencies, such as mismatched hardware colors and premature wear on the bridge's black finish.

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User experience

  • It's noted that the bass is neck-heavy and prone to diving due to the oversized headstock, designed specifically for Billy Sheehan's playing style.

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Use cases and applications

  • It's recognized for its aggressive tone suitable for rock, punk, prog, and hair metal, but generally less versatile outside these styles.

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4.5 out of 5

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andreas_voland

heavy Tone monster

I didnt use the downtune option so much. i Loved the abbility to create a lot of overtones. I used to play this bass in drop c Tuning. The himbucker is a Monster. One Star less, because the bass is heavy and Not so well balanced weight wise. But overall i am sorry, that i sold the bass.

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See how Billy Sheehan uses Yamaha Attitude LTD II Electric Bass

Billy Sheehan

Guitarist, Bassist

UFO

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"This is my main bass that I've used on practically every recording and live show for Mr. Big, Niacin, the Talas reunion much much more. It has the Simm's blue LED fret markers installed, and is wired (by myself) slightly different, but other than that, it's a production model NOT a custom shop model. I made a deal with Yamaha that my signature series basses would be the same for the regular customers as the one I played. Many companies give their artist's "special versions" of an instrument, and the ones for sale in the shops are of lesser quality. Yamaha did a spectacular job of maintaining the highest quality instruments for the consumer and myself. I'm proud to endorse the Yamaha basses and happy to be associated with such a wonderful company." - Billy Sheehan.

See how Alex Venturella uses Yamaha Attitude LTD II Electric Bass

Alex Venturella

Guitarist, Bassist

Slipknot

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In this image of Vman from his beginings with Slipknot (.5 era), you can see him with a heavily modified Billy Sheehan Yamaha signature bass with a P-bass pickup in the neck.

See how James Lomenzo uses Yamaha Attitude LTD II Electric Bass

James Lomenzo

Bassist

Megadeth

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In this photo, LoMenzo can be seen with a Black Yamaha Attitude Bass, this Bass appears to have been modified with a reversed Split-Coil Bass Pickup in the Bridge as is common on LoMenzo's Basses.

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