{"product_id":"yamaha-bb735a-matte-translucent-black-5-string-bass-guitar-active-passive-flexibility-extended-low-end-punch-copy","title":"Yamaha BB735A Matte Translucent Black 5-String Bass Guitar – Active\/Passive Flexibility \u0026 Extended Low-End Punch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA performance-focused Yamaha 5-string BB bass built for players who want active\/passive flexibility, upgraded hardware, and powerful extended low-end response with modern BB consistency.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e5-string BB Series design with extended low B range\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eActive\/passive electronics provide expanded tonal flexibility and fast on-the-fly control\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCustom V7 Alnico V pickups deliver punch, articulation, and dynamic response\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e6-bolt miter neck joint improves sustain, resonance, and neck stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePro gig bag included for protection and portability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha BB735A brings modern flexibility and upgraded electronics to the BB platform in a versatile 5-string configuration designed for players who need extended low-end range without sacrificing articulation, balance, or overall feel. Built around Yamaha’s custom V7 Alnico V pickup system, the BB735A delivers powerful lows, focused mids, and excellent note clarity suited for demanding live performance, studio sessions, and modern bass applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts active\/passive electronics system allows players to move quickly between natural passive response and active EQ shaping depending on the musical situation. The active circuit adds additional tonal control and precision for modern performance environments, while the passive mode retains the punch, warmth, and immediacy that define the BB platform. This flexibility makes the BB735A adaptable across rock, funk, pop, fusion, metal, and session work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe alder\/maple\/alder body construction enhances resonance and articulation while maintaining balanced weight and strong foundational low-frequency response across all five strings. Yamaha’s updated BB body shape improves comfort and ergonomics without sacrificing the traditional BB identity that has made the series a long-standing favorite among working bass players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA major upgrade within the BB735A platform is Yamaha’s 6-bolt miter neck joint, which improves body-to-neck energy transfer for enhanced sustain, resonance, and long-term stability. Combined with the 5-piece maple and mahogany neck construction, the bass feels exceptionally solid and dependable during extended rehearsals, touring, and studio use. The Vintage Plus bridge further improves feel and flexibility by supporting both top-load and string-through-body stringing configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Matte Translucent Black finish gives the BB735A a darker modern appearance with understated visual depth and a more aggressive stage-ready identity. The semi-transparent satin-style look allows the body character to subtly show through beneath the darker finish, creating a bass that feels sleek, contemporary, and performance-focused while still maintaining the grounded working-player identity of the BB Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e5-string BB Series construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eActive\/passive switching system\u003c\/li\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\u003eAlder\/Maple\/Alder body construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e5-piece maple and mahogany neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePro gig bag included\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\/Maple\/Alder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePickup Configuration: P\/J\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eElectronics: Active\/Passive\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\/Maple\/Alder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBody Finish: Matte 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: 23 5\/8\" (600 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: 43 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: Master Volume, Pickup Balancer, Bass, Middle, Treble, Active\/Passive Switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBridge: Vintage Plus Light Bridge (Convertible Stringing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eString Spacing: 18 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTuners: Lightweight Open-Gear Tuners\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eElectronics: Active\/Passive\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStrings: 5-String\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncluded Bag: Pro gig bag included\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":"Matte Translucent Black","offer_id":46819350053001,"sku":"BB735A-MTB","price":1199.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/7299\/3417\/files\/BB735A-MTB-A-JPG_1.jpg?v=1779911690","url":"https:\/\/raincityguitars.com\/products\/yamaha-bb735a-matte-translucent-black-5-string-bass-guitar-active-passive-flexibility-extended-low-end-punch-copy","provider":"Rain City Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}