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This BB P35 5-string electric bass guitar is the new king of the iconic BB line. The neck's thinner profile mixes with light-weight tuning machines to offer a well-balanced instrument. And the bass's Initial Response Acceleration (IRA) 3-piece alder/maple/alder body sings like a well-played vintage instrument. Modern appointments such as the sustain-enhancing 6-bolt miter neck joint and convertible bridge ensure you enjoy the most harmonically rich sustain possible. If you want a modern take on the BB bass that any pro would be proud to play, the BB P35 5-string is for you.





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The BB bass legacy





When the first Yamaha BB basses rolled off the line in the late '70s, the bass world quickly took notice. A diverse array of high-caliber players took to these unique instruments, such as Van Halen's Michael Anthony, No Doubt's Tony Kanal, and legendary session ace Abraham Laboriel Sr. Their comfortably contoured bodies, clear-as-a-bell electronics, and immediately identifiable look keep these basses at the forefront of many different genres. The Yamaha BB P35 is among the latest additions to this storied line of lauded instruments.





Familiar construction with modern twists





What truly sets Yamaha's BB basses apart from other basses are their comfortable and familiar contours. Carefully crafted from a finely tuned combination of alder and maple, the BB P35 5-string's body boasts that same identifiable character. Its rounded edges and forearm and belly cuts seem to melt into your body while performing. The bass's 5-piece maple and mahogany bolt-on neck sings with a new level of punch and sustain, thanks to its 6-bolt miter design. And its slightly thinner profile is a welcome addition for more modern styles of players.





Initial Response Acceleration





Once a Yamaha BB P35 has been assembled, it is then put through Yamaha's IRA process. This is a subtle vibration that simulates the tone, feel, and resonance of a vintage instrument with a perfectly broken-in feel. As soon as you hit a note on your new P35, you'll notice that each fret speaks; there are no extraneous rattles in the hardware, and you can feel each pitch throughout your entire body. Many instrument companies have their own way of treating their products, but Yamaha's IRA process is among the favorites here at Sweetwater.





Yamaha BB P35 5-string Bass Features:


Top-of-the-line version of a classic bass


Modern appointments such as lightweight tuners for better balance


3-piece alder/maple/alder body offers a clear tone with plenty of punch


The whole instrument is treated with Yamaha's IRA process for a broken-in tone and feel


YGD Custom V7 Alnico V P/J pickup setup is versatile and intuitive


Easy to use volume/volume/tone control layout


5-piece maple and mahogany bolt-on neck is incredibly stable


The neck's 6-bolt miter neck joint ensures the bass sings with clarity and sustain


Thinner neck profile for a more modern feel