yamaha rbx

  1. ragnaros

    Yamaha RBX JM1

    Are JM1 model got a good sound? I would like to buy it but I haven't try it before, So I want to ask from person who had ever play it. Is it sound character
  2. B

    Yamaha RBX 800A Bass: Good or Bad?

    This is currently the only bass I own, though I should be set to get another bass soon. But I was wondering if the one I have is good enough to gig with?
  3. Hypercaffium

    Yamaha RBX 200F truss rod key?

    Hi, a friend of mine gave me this vintage fretless bass. It looks and plays ok but need a proper setup. I was investigating the truss rod access hole and honestly I can't understand which kind of key I need. I've made a quick search both here and on Google and found inconsistent/contradictory...
  4. V
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    Wanted Yamaha RBX 750a

    Looking for a mid/late 90s Yamaha RBX 750a 4-string bass
  5. Yamaha RBX 774 pickups and preamp
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    For sale Yamaha RBX 774 pickups and preamp

    Up for grabs, pickups and pre from a Yamaha RBX 774. Everything is in excellent condition. The preamp is just missing the original 3-way pickup selector switch, and the mini on/on switch that controls the preamp. This is a nice sounding setup. The pickups measure 4-3/8” long x 1-3/8” wide...
    $55.00
  6. joeeg33

    SOLD Yamaha RBX 774 pickups and preamp

    Up for grabs, pickups and pre from a Yamaha RBX 774. Everything is in excellent condition. The preamp is just missing the original 3-way pickup selector switch, and the mini on/on switch that controls the preamp. This is a nice sounding setup. The pickups measure 4-3/8” long x 1-3/8” wide...
  7. G

    Yamaha RBX 1000

    I have a chance to grab a RBX 1000 or used RBX 170 botg for under $100. What say you?
  8. chusss

    Yamaha RBX Bass - Serial number history

    Hi, I am a guitarist mainly and just got my hands on my new bass. It's a Yamaha RBX170. After some research online for serial number information I could conclude the following about my Yamaha RBX170 bass 1- Production date 21 July 2007 2- Unit#3212 3- Made in Taiwan 4- Serial system #E12 Here...
  9. LYNCHMAN

    YAMAHA RBX 774 FAULTY ELECTRONICS FIX

    Does anyone know just what the fix is? i am pretty good with electronics and have gutted and totally re-done several basses...but i am having some difficulty finding just what the fix is....can anyone point me in the right direction, as i'd like to do this myself rather than get someone else to...
  10. J

    Yamaha rbx 375 preamp CI change

    Hi guys, this is my first topic in this great forum that helps me a lot. my intention is to find out only if it would really make sense to change the IC of a preamp circuit to get real improvement or would it just be a delirium? I read the information in another forum and I was in doubt. I know...
  11. Bass V

    NBD - YAMAHA RBX A2 ...not luvn it, yet

    it's was a local CL $70 curiosity cure unworthy of proof of purchase pics, but even regarding my initial disappointments with the taught and overly bright stainless(?) string tension, limited range crap T/V controls, cheap but generally comfortable feel, super cheesy (brittle casings, loose, and...
  12. Finnigan's wake

    Yamaha RBX 350 II Fretless-Headless conversion.

    Hi there, i just received a nice fullsize Yammy as gift from a friend: I really need a fretless, so i'm just working on the fingerboard. i need some help concerning: 1) Headless conversion, using this crap (i can do it, the truss rod adjustment is in the bottom) bass guitar bridge Picture...
  13. Modded Yamaha RBX170
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    For sale Modded Yamaha RBX170

    Looking to sell my unique Yamaha RBX170. I bought this bass around 13 years ago brand new. Since then I have modded/customized it by reshaping the body, adding birdseye maple veneer to the headstock, refinishing the neck in a deep amber shellac, and adding a push/pull knob for parallel to series...
    $120.00
  14. Ruckus_Instrmts

    No longer available Modded Yamaha RBX170

    Looking to sell my unique Yamaha RBX170. I bought this bass around 13 years ago brand new. Since then I have modded/customized it by reshaping the body, adding birdseye maple veneer to the headstock, refinishing the neck in a deep amber shellac, and adding a push/pull knob for parallel to series...
  15. Geri O

    Might there be a Yamaha RBX 6J club?

    I think that's the right model number... This is a Yamaha RBX 6-string bass that is the John Myung signature model. The keyboardist and I were perusing a pawn shop in Texas and came across this bass for $400. If I hadn't just bought a bass, I would have bought it. The keyboardist had me play it...
  16. *FREE* Dimarzio Split P w/ Yamaha RBX DIY Defret

    For sale *FREE* Dimarzio Split P w/ Yamaha RBX DIY Defret

    So I wanted a fretless 4 string and sloppily yanked the frets out. Sorry I filled the slots and used a radiused block to sand down the fretboard, so it's solid in that department The bass was upgraded with a Dimarzio split P and wilkinson Hardware. If you want it, come get it. I figure the...
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  17. primussucks9126

    For Sale *FREE* Dimarzio Split P w/ Yamaha RBX DIY Defret

    So I wanted a fretless 4 string and sloppily yanked the frets out. Sorry I filled the slots and used a radiused block to sand down the fretboard, so it's solid in that department The bass was upgraded with a Dimarzio split P and wilkinson Hardware. If you want it, come get it. I figure the...
  18. R

    Soliciting opinions on Yamaha RBX

    Hi everyone, Some may have seen my thread on the Danelectros a little earlier. There have been some great opinions and really helpful insights there. Since I am evaluating that bass against the Yamaha RBX 5 A2, I thought I'd post asking for similar insights from the excellent populace of TB...
  19. rent_treznor

    getting a mint condition rbx 550 plus an unknown accoustic for $150 (canandian) is this a good deal

    im picking up these two guitars next week and have know idea about either of them besides their condition can you tell me about the rbx 550 if its a good bass or not
  20. Yamaha RBX A2
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    For sale Yamaha RBX A2

    Yamaha RBX A2. Some cosmetic wear, some scuffs, but nothing through the finish. Neck and frets very good. Knobs light up when plugged in can be turned off by removing 9v battery. I will include Basic Fender padded gig bag, hex wrench and FREE conus ground shipping. Bought a few years ago after...
    $300.00
  21. sanwin17

    No longer available Yamaha RBX A2

    Yamaha RBX A2. Some cosmetic wear, some scuffs, but nothing through the finish. Neck and frets very good. Knobs light up when plugged in can be turned off by removing 9v battery. I will include Basic Fender padded gig bag, hex wrench and FREE conus ground shipping. Bought a few years ago after...
  22. T

    Picking up a Yamaha RBX 250 Pbass for $75 bucks this weekend.

    Anyone ever owned one or know much about them. The seller is local and he said it was fine other than the action needed some adjustment. As long as the neck is fine, I am going to get it. I was thinking of throwing in the Geezer Butler Pbass pup with new pots and input jack that comes with them...
  23. Pedulla-Player

    Yamaha RBX 374 - Price?

    I retired from 30 years of bass playing a little over a year ago and all sold my gear off. I miss having a bass around to play when I get the urge and there is a RBX 374 for sale real close to where I live. I live in the sticks so I don't have much choice on basses for sale in my area. I'm not...
  24. Yamaha RBX Medium Scale MIJ 32"
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    For sale Yamaha RBX Medium Scale MIJ 32"

    Yamaha RBX Super Medium Series, made in Japan, circa 1988. This is a great bass for you 32" scale length lovers. Passive P/J pickups, Gotoh tuners, terrific neck and sounds great. I hate to sell this one, but money is tight and something has to go. $200 shipped in CONUS, includes a Yamaha gig...
    $200.00
  25. tpaul

    SOLD Yamaha RBX Medium Scale MIJ 32"

    Yamaha RBX Super Medium Series, made in Japan, circa 1988. This is a great bass for you 32" scale length lovers. Passive P/J pickups, Gotoh tuners, terrific neck and sounds great. I hate to sell this one, but money is tight and something has to go. $200 shipped in CONUS, includes a Yamaha gig...
  26. Tom0Blam0

    Wanted Yamaha RBX4A2M Medium scale bass

    Would love to get my hands on one of these basses: RBX4A2M - RBX Series - Basses - Guitars & Basses - Musical Instruments - Products - Yamaha United States They're unfortunately discontinued and I'm having trouble snagging the 32.5" scale version. I prefer the white version but if you have one...
  27. E

    Which one is a better electric bass: Ltd D-4 vs Yamaha rbx 375?

    Hi friends of talkbass, i need of your help to take a desition, i have the two basses and i want to sell one. Sorry for my english, greetings from central america
  28. Clark Dark

    Yamaha RBX 800A & RBX 800AF

    Recently saw a thread about the rbx800 and thought these might help someone:cool:
  29. HellishRondelet

    Replacement J pickup for Yamaha RBX 800 - options?

    Hey folks, I just found out that the J pickup in my fretless RBX 800 is shot and needs a replacement. Just about any standard sized J will fit, but I'm hoping to find something similar in tone to the original (or complementary to the original P), in hopes of avoiding having to replace them...
  30. Yamaha RBX A2 5 String
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    For sale Yamaha RBX A2 5 String

    Nobody interested at all!
    $500.00
  31. BradH

    SOLD Yamaha RBX A2 5 String

    Yamaha RBX A2 5 String This is a very cool, unique, modern looking bass, and is lightweight. This is a discontinued model by Yamaha. The volume controls are illuminated. It has two passive pickups that deliver a big and bold tone Finished in a sleek white with an aircraft gray neck and...
  32. valkyrievf2x

    NBD--Yamaha RBX 800

    Hi! Generally a lurker here (great discussions to catch up on!). Earlier today I went out and got a Yamaha RBX 800. I'd checked it out before at GC, but I finally got around to really playing with it. I did a bit of research on it....but apparently there isn't a whole lot out there! Figured...
  33. Yamaha RBX 260F

    Yamaha RBX 260F

  34. Yamaha RBX A2 5 String - Light & White!
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    For sale Yamaha RBX A2 5 String - Light & White!

    This is a mint condition, super lightweight 5 string that has been discontinued by Yamaha. These are very cool basses with their modern look and illuminated volume controls. Finished in a sleek white with an aircraft gray neck and headstock accents this beauty sports two passive pickups that...
    $500.00
  35. swpyne

    SOLD Yamaha RBX A2 5 String - Light & White!

    This is a mint condition, super lightweight 5 string that has been discontinued by Yamaha. These are very cool basses with their modern look and illuminated volume controls. Finished in a sleek white with an aircraft gray neck and headstock accents this beauty sports two passive pickups that...
  36. swpyne

    Problem Solved!

    No worries, all is good!
  37. Boom_Stick

    Cost Effective 6 String (Under $800)

    Hello everyone. This is my first real post (or plea for advice). Hope I don't break any rules. I am looking for a decent 6 string that I can afford and I have come across a few under $800 in my area. They are: 1. Yamaha RBX 6JM 2. MTD Kingston KZ6 3. Peavey TL6 Any critique on any of them...