COOL EXCELLENCE: YAMAHA INTRODUCES
JOHN PATITUCCI SIGNATURE BASS
ANAHEIM, CA—Among the new bass product offerings for
Winter NAMM 2003, Yamaha Guitars will showcase the TRB6JP2 John
Patitucci Signature electric bass. The TRB6JP2 replaces the
successful TRB6JP and features an upgraded preamp, 26 frets,
35-in. scale and new color options.
Named after the renowned jazz bassist, the TRB6JP2 features
a custom sculptured body, 6-string bolt-on neck, active electronics,
custom inlay and gold hardware, and showcases a distinctive
lower-bout "slap cut" for custom leverage.
"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 will deliver 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 know for a unique combination or 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, visit Yamaha at Winter
NAMM 2003 in the Marquis Ballroom at the Anaheim Marriott Hotel;
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.
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