The Yamaha BBNE2 White is a premium 5-string bass designed in close collaboration with legendary session bassist Nathan East. It combines refined looks, cutting-edge electronics, and superb playability, making it ideal for top-level stage and studio work. This bass features a neck-through-body design, with a 5-piece maple and mahogany neck that runs through a maple top and alder body. This construction provides exceptional sustain, clarity, and a rich, balanced tone across all registers.
Features:
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Premium 5-string bass built to Nathan East’s exacting standards
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Custom active preamp co-developed with Nathan East
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Signature “Magic Box” parametric mid-cut for precise tonal control
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Exceptional note definition with Yamaha’s BPZ-7 bridge
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Neck-through construction and ebony fingerboard for impressive sustain and clarity
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Alnico V pickups tailored to Nathan East’s tonal preferences
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Maple and alder body for a balanced, dynamic sound
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24-fret, 5-piece maple and mahogany neck for strength and smooth playability