NEW YAMAHA BB SERIES ELECTRIC BASSES DEBUT
—Updated Nathan East Model Highlights
Range of Features and Finishes—
ANAHEIM, CA—For years, the Yamaha BB series has helped
to define the modern electric bass guitar. With the Winter NAMM
2002 introduction of five new models in both four and five-string
configurations, the flagship line should continue to hold up
the foundation for years to come.
The BB Nathan East Signature Model II points the way by offering
an industry-leading set of features. The new slim-line solid
Alder body boasts a premium Maple top for unsurpassed looks,
comfort and tone. A Maple and Mahogany neck-thru design delivers
exceptional tone and stability all the way across a full two-octave
Ebony fretboard. Active electronics—which include two Alnico
stack humbucking pickups and a built-in Nathan East NE-1 three-band
equalization system—bring a diverse array of tonal possibilities
to life. Other highlights include white tuners, plus Gloss Black
and Gloss White finishes.
"Our collaboration with Nathan East is a perfect blend
between art and craft," explains David Bergstrom, director
of marketing, Combo Group, Pro Audio & Combo Division. "From
the finish on down to the electronics, these basses reflect
Nathan's exacting standards."
Other models in the BB line demonstrate design diversity and
range. The humbucker-equipped BB404 four-string and BB405 five-string
sport solid Alder bodies, Maple necks with 24-fret Rosewood
fingerboards, and die-cast chrome hardware, along with passive
electronics. The BB604 and BB605 take the same body materials
and add single-coil pickups and an active electronics system
that includes master volume, balancer, treble, bass, and mid
cut controls, plus a mid cut on/off switch. All four models
are currently available in a choice of finishes including Black,
Yellow, Natural Satin, and Wine Red.
"The Yamaha BB Series is new and improved with exciting
colors and features not available before," says Gary Cook,
product manager, Yamaha Guitars. "These axes show that
ultimate performance is within everybody's reach."
For more information on the BB Series electric basses, visit
Yamaha at Winter NAMM 2002 in the Marquis Ballroom of the Anaheim
Marriot Hotel; write Yamaha Corporation of America, Pro Audio
& Combo Division, Guitar Products, P.O. Box 6600, Buena
Park, CA 90622; telephone (714) 522-9011; email infostation@yamaha.com;
or visit www.yamaha.com or www.yamahaguitars.com.
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