{"product_id":"yamaha-bb434-ice-blue-bass-guitar","title":"Yamaha BB434 Ice Blue Bass Guitar – Modern BB Performance \u0026 Classic Punch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA performance-focused Yamaha BB bass built for players who want upgraded hardware, stronger sustain, and classic BB punch with modern feel and consistency.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCustom V7 Alnico V P\/J pickups deliver powerful low-end punch and articulate response\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e6-bolt miter neck joint improves sustain, resonance, and neck stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVintage Plus bridge supports both top-load and string-through-body setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e5-piece maple and mahogany neck enhances rigidity and long-term consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eModern BB body design improves comfort and balance for extended playing sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha BB434 takes the proven BB platform into more serious territory with upgraded hardware, refined construction, and improved overall resonance while preserving the punch and versatility that define the series. Built around Yamaha’s custom V7 Alnico V pickup system, the BB434 delivers powerful low-end presence, articulate note definition, and dynamic response suited for demanding live performance, studio recording, and modern session work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe alder body provides balanced resonance and strong foundational low-end response, while Yamaha’s updated BB body shape improves comfort and weight distribution without sacrificing the traditional BB identity. The custom V7 pickup configuration combines the warmth and authority of a split-coil neck pickup with the articulation and clarity of a single-coil bridge pickup, giving players access to a broad range of usable tones across multiple genres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA major upgrade within the BB434 platform is Yamaha’s 6-bolt miter neck joint, which improves body-to-neck energy transfer for enhanced sustain, stability, and overall resonance. Combined with the 5-piece maple and mahogany neck construction, the bass feels exceptionally solid and consistent during extended rehearsals, studio sessions, and touring use. The Vintage Plus bridge further improves feel and versatility by supporting both top-load and string-through-body stringing configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ice Blue finish gives the BB434 a cooler modern appearance while maintaining the understated visual identity that defines the BB Series. Its softer blue tone pairs naturally with the BB body shape and chrome hardware, creating a bass that feels refined, stage-ready, and visually distinctive without becoming overly aggressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCustom V7 Alnico V split-coil and single-coil pickups\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e6-bolt miter neck joint for improved sustain\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVintage Plus bridge with convertible stringing system\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e5-piece maple and mahogany neck construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eModern BB body shape for comfort and balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUpgraded hardware and electronics throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConstruction: Bolt-on\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eScale Length: 34\" (863.6 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBody Material: Alder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePickup Configuration: P\/J\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBridge: Vintage Plus Light Bridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFull Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConstruction: Bolt-on\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eScale Length: 34\" (863.6 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBody Material: Alder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBody Finish: Gloss Polyurethane\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNeck Material: 5-piece Maple\/Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNeck Finish: Satin Polyurethane\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFingerboard Material: Rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFingerboard Radius: 10\" (250 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNumber of Frets: 21\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFret Type: Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNut Material: GraphTech\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNut Width: 40 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePickup Configuration: P\/J\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNeck Pickup: Custom V7 Split Single-Coil (Alnico V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBridge Pickup: Custom V7 Single-Coil (Alnico V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eControls: Front Pickup Volume, Rear Pickup Volume, Master Tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBridge: Vintage Plus Light Bridge (Convertible Stringing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eString Spacing: 19 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTuners: Lightweight Open-Gear Tuners\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStrings: 4-String\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy From Rain City Guitars\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAuthorized Yamaha Canadian Dealer\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCurated by musicians\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProfessionally inspected before shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFast secure shipping across Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Ice Blue","offer_id":46818969878665,"sku":"BB434-ICB","price":799.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/7299\/3417\/files\/BB434-ICB-PP-JPG.jpg?v=1779906019","url":"https:\/\/raincityguitars.com\/products\/yamaha-bb434-ice-blue-bass-guitar","provider":"Rain City Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}