COOL EXCELLENCE: YAMAHA INTRODUCES JOHN PATITUCCI
SIGNATURE BASS

BUENA PARK, CA (March 21, 2003)—Named after the renowned jazz bassist, the Yamaha John Patitucci Signature TRB6JP2 electric bass features a custom sculptured body, a 6-string bolt-on neck, active electronics, custom inlay and gold hardware, and showcases a distinctive lower-bout "slap cut" for custom leverage. The TRB6JP2 replaces the successful TRB6JP model and features an upgraded preamp, 26 frets, a 35-in. scale and new color options.

Mark of a Legend: Yamaha TRB6JP2

"Yamaha signature bass guitars are known in many guitar circles as some of the best-made instruments on the market today," states Joseph Brasler, marketing manager, Yamaha Guitars. "The TRB6JP2 delivers everything a bassist comes to expect from a Yamaha product—superior craftsmanship and legendary sound."

Construction features include a 5-ply Maple/Mahogany neck and Ebony fingerboard with 26 frets, a 7-ply exotic hardwood body, gold plated bridges and tuners. Available finishes include Amber and Translucent Red.

Considered one of the top acoustic and electric jazz bassists today, John Patitucci is known for a unique combination of speed, tone and versatility. His playing credits include Tom Scott, Robben Ford, Stan Getz, Larry Carlton, Dave Grusin, Ernie Watts, Freddie Hubbard and others—in addition to Yamaha artist Chick Corea—with whom he was a regular member of both the "Elektric" and "Akoustic" bands. His solo albums include Now (1998), Imprint (2000) and Communion (2001).

For more information on the TRB6JP2, write Yamaha Corporation of America, Pro Audio & Combo Division, Guitar Products, P.O. Box 6600, Buena Park, CA 90622; telephone (714) 522-9011; e-mail infostation@yamaha.com; or visit www.yamaha.com or www.yamaha.com/guitars.