FS/FT - YAMAHA BB3000 (RE-ISSUE)

joshmat · #1 10-04-2010, 07:13 AM

I really like this bass, but have had a hard time getting used to the chunky P style neck.

FOR SALE PRICE:
I would like to get $1700.00 shipped in CONUS.

TRADES:
I'm open to trades, so let me know what you have. I'll be willing to trade up/down +/- cash as needed. I'm particularly interested in P/J config, but open to just about anything.

CONDITION:
Aside from some swirls in the finish from playing (nothing deep or gouged, see pic), this bass is in MINT CONDITION. I played it out at one gig and otherwise, it's pretty much been in the case.

SPECS:
4 String, 21 Frets
33 7/8" Scale (860 mm)
Alder Body
Neck-Thru (5 piece Maple/Mahogany/Maple/Mahogany/Maple)
Ebony Fingerboard (10" radius)
Brass Nut (P width-ish, so about 1.75")
P/J P-Ups (Alnico)
Volume/Tone/3 way Toggle (P/J/Both)
About 9Lbs
Gold Hardware and P-Up surrounds
Only 40 handmade in Japan
Includes OHSC
EDIT: I called Yammy support and confirmed it was made in May of 2009.

PICS:
These are the originals from where I purchased it.

Dr. Cheese · #2 10-04-2010, 07:25 AM

WOW!!!

I always thought the BB3000 was VVT and the BB2000 had VT and a toggle switch.

invalidprotocol · #3 10-04-2010, 07:34 AM

Stunning finish! Looks like it's candy coated

joshmat · #4 10-04-2010, 07:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Cheese

WOW!!!

I always thought the BB3000 was VVT and the BB2000 had VT and a toggle switch.

I've seen original 80's models like that but all of the reissues I've seen have the toggle. Same for the newer BB series IIRC.

Coelho · #5 10-05-2010, 11:02 AM

What year is this one?

joshmat · #6 10-05-2010, 12:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Coelho

What year is this one?

Great question, Coelho. Honestly, I'm not quite sure... As far as I can see on the serial it may have been produced this year (but that is only speculation). It is not a vintage model, it is definitely a reissue. FWIW, I bought it new about a month ago.

I know that is a pretty crummy answer, so I'll dig a little deeper to see if I can confirm when it was made.

leojazz · #7 10-05-2010, 02:30 PM

free bump... what a nice loocking bass man.... if it only had an extra string....

cheers...

Lesfunk · #8 10-11-2010, 05:48 PM

God, that is larvelly...

peterwsmith · #9 10-13-2010, 09:41 AM

Coming in and oggling this thing has become a part of my daily routine.

Sufenta · #10 10-13-2010, 11:59 AM

Speechless! (That's pretty hard to do)

Volume4 · #11 10-13-2010, 09:38 PM

Beautiful bass

diptixon · #12 10-14-2010, 03:40 PM

Wow.. always dug those basses but this is about the most gorgeous one I've ever seen...

joshmat · #13 10-14-2010, 04:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Coelho

What year is this one?

I called support and confirmed it was made in May of 2009.

Coelho · #14 10-14-2010, 04:26 PM

Thanks

Archaeobass · #15 10-17-2010, 12:43 AM

Oh em gee. What an axe. To the top, so someone can save me from myself.

Woodchuck · #16 10-18-2010, 04:34 PM

As the owner of a BB2024 (different animal, I know), I HIGHLY recommend this bass if you have the means. You WILL NOT be sorry.

RONQUITO · #17 10-19-2010, 05:43 PM

Free "el-bumpo" for an AMAZING bass!

bassaroo · #18 10-26-2010, 07:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr. Cheese

WOW!!!

I always thought the BB3000 was VVT and the BB2000 had VT and a toggle switch.

Actually, the BB3000 AND the BB2000 are both configured with VT and toggle as you see here.

It is the BB3000s that has the VVT.

Man, do I ever like those BB series Yamahas!

joshmat · #19 10-27-2010, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bassaroo

Actually, the BB3000 AND the BB2000 are both configured with VT and toggle as you see here.

It is the BB3000s that has the VVT.

Man, do I ever like those BB series Yamahas!

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Thanks for clearing that up! I really wish they would re-issue the "S"! VVT/Toggle/Whatever, I just want one!

joshmat · #20 10-31-2010, 06:36 PM

Added a pic of the swirling in the finish.