After 20 years playing everything from budget Squiers to boutique Sadowskys, the Yamaha BB series keeps being my honest answer. Here’s why passive done right beats active EQ every time. … Continue readingYamaha BB Bass Review: Why Passive Tone Wins Every Time
A longer, deeper look at the Yamaha TRBX505. Active/passive switching, the low B revisited, and why I keep recommending this bass to students more than any other in the price range. … Continue readingYamaha TRBX505 Deep Dive: The More I Play It, The More I Like It
Six Yamaha basses played back to back — RBX 170, BB234, BB435, TRBX304, RBX4A2, TRBX505. My honest take on which one is right for you and why. … Continue readingYamaha Bass Comparison: RBX 170, BB234, BB435, TRBX304, RBX4A2 and TRBX505
The Yamaha BB435 is a no-nonsense 5-string bass that delivers real tone and playability without the boutique price tag. Here’s my honest review after years of playing it. … Continue readingYamaha BB435 Review: The 5-String That Just Works