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Yamaha BB3000

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The Yamaha BB3000 Vintage is a stellar choice for bassists seeking a blend of classic aesthetics and modern performance. Renowned for its neck-through construction, this electric bass offers enhanced sustain and stability, making it a favorite among professional musicians who demand reliability and rich tonal depth on stage or in the studio. The BB3000 Vintage is a testament to Yamaha's dedication to craftsmanship, featuring a sleek design that seamlessly complements its versatile sound capabilities.

This bass guitar is equipped with both precision and jazz pickups, allowing for a wide range of tonal options. Whether you're laying down deep grooves or intricate bass lines, the Yamaha BB3000 Vintage provides the flexibility to suit various playing styles. Its high-quality hardware ensures tuning stability and longevity, while the attention to detail in its build speaks to Yamaha's expertise in creating instruments that musicians love.

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Neck-through body construction for enhanced sustain
Combination of precision and jazz pickups for versatile sound
High-quality hardware for increased tuning stability
Sleek design with vintage aesthetics
Renowned Yamaha craftsmanship and reliability

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【Brusheight】YAMAHA / BB3000 【売約済】 ①

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4 Bass comparison (Fender jazz 62'r, precision 63'r, Yamaha bb3000, Musicman sterling)

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【Brusheight】YAMAHA / BB3000 【売約済】 ②

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VINTAGE JAPANESE BASS GUITARS: Yamaha BB3000 BASS REVIEW / BASS SOUNDCHECK / ELECTRIC BASS TEST

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80's Yamaha BB2000/BB3000 Comparison

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The Yamaha BB3000 is becoming increasingly rare, with red models particularly sought after, often priced between $2000-$3000 depending on passive or active electronics.
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A recent sale of a Yamaha BB2000 (similar series) for $900 USD indicates that the BB3000's higher price may reflect its rarity and condition rather than just its model.
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Passive versions of the Yamaha BB3000 are generally priced higher ($2-3k) compared to active versions ($1-2k), suggesting a preference for passive electronics among collectors.
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The Yamaha BB3000S is equipped with proprietary Yamaha alnico pickups, with a special blade bridge pickup design.
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The BB3000S model features a slimmer neck, deeper cutaway, and two volume knobs instead of a pickup selector, differentiating it from the standard BB3000.
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Owners compare the Yamaha BB3000 favorably to the Aria SB-Elite and note its superior quality compared to Fender models from the same era.
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Owners have expressed high satisfaction with the Yamaha BB3000's quality, with some stating it's on their "never going to sell" list due to its performance and build.
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Bill Wyman

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The Rolling Stones

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Bill Wyman is in the promotional photos for the Yamaha BB3000. According to a post on Yamaha's Instagram, he used the bass in Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings. The URL for Yamaha's post is here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DFpPD0myun2/?img_index=1&igsh=MXh6bXN5bTZtazM2ZA==

Verdine White

Bassist, Composer

Earth, Wind & Fire

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Verdine White :

"I played it at the White House when we were there a couple of years ago. On this record I played the Yamaha BB3000. I have two of them. I play the white one on the road, but the BB3000 that you heard on the record I don’t take on the road, it’s just for recording."

Steven Severin

Bassist, Composer

Siouxsie & the Banshees

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Steven Severin was seen using a Yamaha BB3000 during live performances with Siouxsie and the Banshees in the 1980s, as evidenced by the image from the source.

Ian Martin Allison

Bassist, Composer

Soul Asylum

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Ian Martin Allison showcases a Yamaha BB3000 in white on his Instagram, expressing surprise and admiration for its craftsmanship and tone. He mentions using La Bella White Nylon strings and thanks a friend for allowing him to be this bass's current steward. Note: The correct model is the Yamaha BB3000A.