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Description
For more than 20 years, the Yamaha BB Series basses have been the workhorse for great bass players like Nathan East, Tony Kanal, and Michael Anthony. Now Yamaha has reinvented the bass that started it all. The BB series basses boast all the classic characteristics of the original BB’s, from the distinctive big body design and bolt-on neck to vintage-style hardware and soapbar and split-coil pickups.
This BB614 (four string) bass features the classic BB shape, active electronics and the stunning yellow natural finish.
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Comparisons
Value and pricing
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The Yamaha BB614 is often considered a steal at around €300, noted for its high quality at a low price point.
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A finger rest can decrease the resale value by approximately $100, as it changes the original look of the BB614.
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Selling locally might justify the recent setup cost, but it doesn't influence the sale value in non-local transactions.
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A user noted selling a BB614 in mint condition for approximately 400 CHF, though initial asking prices around 500 CHF attracted little attention.
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Features and functionality
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The BB614's pre-amplifier is mentioned as a potential weak point, which could lead to sudden silence issues if not properly maintained.
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Critic Reviews
4.0 out of 5
Based on 3 Reviews and 6 Ratings
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good bass but too boomy
I had this one for about 5 years and did the job very well. the main issue is the bass and the pre amp. I had to change bass due to the lack of clarity when i played, it sounded more like a blob than a well defined note, regardless of what strings i would get on it. the pickups are good but a pre amp upgrade was almost a necessity. the pickups have a rather odd size making it harder to upgrade them.
Yamaha BB614
Great bass can get good trebble sounds and good mid,bass. I've had mine for 6 years and it sound terrific it's battery last long for a active bass and the tone control is great.
40985
Yamaha is so underrated.
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Yamaha BB614
Using the BB614 as my main bass when playing 4-string. Great tone control with good mids.
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