{"product_id":"yamaha-bb234-yellow-natural-satin-used","title":"Yamaha BB234 Yellow Natural Satin, (Used)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYamaha BB234 in Yellow Natural Satin\u003c\/strong\u003e is a straightforward, dependable four-string electric bass built around the core features that have made Yamaha’s BB range popular with working players for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts solid alder body is paired with a maple neck and rosewood fingerboard, while the \u003cstrong\u003eCustom V3 ceramic pickup set\u003c\/strong\u003e combines a split-coil neck pickup with a bridge single-coil. Independent volume controls allow the two pickups to be blended for everything from a full, punchy fundamental to a brighter and more articulate bridge-led sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe satin Yellow Natural finish lets the character of the body remain visually prominent, complemented by a simple black pickguard and classic BB styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Pre-Owned example is offered in \u003cstrong\u003eVery Good condition\u003c\/strong\u003e and is supplied \u003cstrong\u003ewithout a gigbag or case\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt A Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eKey Detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eInformation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYamaha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBB200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBB234\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow Natural Satin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeck\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFingerboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRosewood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScale Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePJ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickups\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYamaha Custom V3 Ceramic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectronics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-Owned, Very Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMain Appeal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVersatile passive PJ bass with proven Yamaha build quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRock, pop, funk, soul, indie, blues and general gigging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePre-Owned Condition Report\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVery Good Condition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eYamaha BB234 Yellow Natural Satin\u003c\/strong\u003e is offered in \u003cstrong\u003eVery Good condition\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery Good condition means the bass shows some cosmetic wear consistent with careful previous ownership while remaining fully functional and suitable for continued rehearsal, recording, live and home use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo faults, repairs or modifications have been supplied for this listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Yamaha BB234 Yellow Natural Satin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✘ \u003cstrong\u003eNo Gigbag Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✘ No Case Included\u003cbr\u003e✘ No Additional Accessories Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis individual BB234 has been graded \u003cstrong\u003eVery Good\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an appealing option for players looking for a solid working bass without paying a premium purely for pristine cosmetic presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFair Deal Quality Control Assessment\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Pre-Owned Yamaha BB234 has been inspected and assessed by the Fair Deal Music team before sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur checks include the neck and bridge pickups, individual volume controls, master tone control, output socket, frets, rosewood fingerboard, neck condition, tuning machines, bridge, saddles, hardware, tuning stability and overall playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eService \/ Setup Work\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Pre-Owned bass guitars at Fair Deal Music are \u003cstrong\u003eset up and checked before leaving the shop\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur assessment includes action, neck relief, fret condition, intonation, tuning stability, electronics, pickup balance, bridge setup, hardware and overall playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that setup can move slightly during delivery because changes in temperature and humidity can naturally affect wooden instruments in transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Choose The Yamaha BB234?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVersatile PJ Pickup Layout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BB234 combines a \u003cstrong\u003esplit-coil neck pickup with a bridge single-coil\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving it a wider tonal range than a bass with only one pickup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck pickup delivers the fuller, more fundamental-heavy character associated with traditional split-coil basses, while adding the bridge pickup introduces extra definition and upper-mid presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndependent Pickup Volumes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than using a pickup selector, Yamaha gives each pickup its own volume control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows you to blend the two pickups gradually and fine-tune the balance between warmth and articulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSolid Alder Body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BB234 uses a solid alder body, a familiar choice for many classic electric bass designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt provides a strong foundation for a passive instrument and keeps the BB234 closely aligned with the traditional bolt-on bass formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComfortable 34\" Scale\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard \u003cstrong\u003e34\" scale length\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the BB234 a familiar full-scale bass feel and makes it straightforward for players moving from most conventional four-string instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLightweight Open-Gear Tuners\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamaha uses lightweight open-gear tuners to help improve balance and reduce unnecessary weight at the headstock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat contributes to a bass designed to feel comfortable during longer rehearsals and live sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Choose A PJ Bass?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA PJ bass combines two of the most familiar passive bass pickup formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe split-coil neck pickup provides a strong, rounded fundamental that works extremely well for rock, pop, soul and traditional bass duties. The bridge single-coil adds a tighter, brighter voice that can bring extra articulation to fingerstyle lines and more presence in a busy mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlending the two gives you considerably more tonal flexibility than a single-pickup bass while keeping the electronics completely passive and easy to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eComparison Against Popular Alternatives\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYamaha BB234 vs Yamaha BB434\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BB434 moves further up the BB range with a more sophisticated five-piece neck, six-bolt mitre neck joint and upgraded overall construction. The BB234 is the more straightforward choice for players who want the essential BB concept at a lower price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBB234 vs Yamaha TRBX174\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TRBX174 has a more contemporary body shape and overall visual identity. The BB234 leans more strongly towards traditional bass styling and the long-established BB design language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBB234 vs Fender Precision Bass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA traditional Precision Bass focuses on one split-coil pickup. The BB234 adds a bridge single-coil, giving it greater tonal flexibility while retaining access to a strong P-style neck sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBB234 vs Fender Jazz Bass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Jazz Bass uses two single-coils and tends towards greater upper-mid articulation. The BB234's split-coil neck pickup produces a fuller and more direct low-mid character while the bridge pickup still provides useful extra definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBeginners Moving Onto A Serious Bass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe straightforward passive controls and familiar 34\" scale make the BB234 easy to understand, while the construction is good enough to remain useful as playing develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGigging Players\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA simple passive PJ bass is extremely practical on stage because there are no batteries, complicated switching systems or onboard preamps to manage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRock And Pop Bassists\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck pickup provides plenty of low-mid authority for supporting guitars and drums, while the bridge pickup can be blended in when additional definition is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFunk And Soul Players\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bridge pickup adds articulation for fingerstyle and more percussive playing, while the neck pickup retains the warmth needed for deeper supporting lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStudio Musicians\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ability to blend two contrasting passive pickups makes it easy to fit the BB234 into different arrangements without relying heavily on external processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSuitable Genres And Uses\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha BB234 is particularly well suited to \u003cstrong\u003erock, pop, blues, soul, funk, indie, alternative, punk, worship, rehearsal, home recording, studio sessions and live performance\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat Makes The Yamaha BB Series Different?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha BB family has been part of the company’s electric bass range since the \u003cstrong\u003elate 1970s\u003c\/strong\u003e, developing a reputation for practical construction and strong fundamental bass tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern BB models retain the recognisable broad-body shape and straightforward player-focused approach while introducing updated neck geometry, lighter tuners and revised pickup systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBB200 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e sits at the accessible end of the current family. Rather than trying to imitate every premium feature from the higher BB models, it concentrates on the essentials: solid alder construction, passive PJ electronics, full-scale playability and dependable hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eStory \u0026amp; Context: Yamaha BB Bass\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamaha introduced the original \u003cstrong\u003eBB — Broad Bass — series in the late 1970s\u003c\/strong\u003e, and it went on to become one of the company’s longest-running electric bass families.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the years, BB instruments have been associated with players across rock, pop, session work and contemporary music, helped by their straightforward construction and strong passive and active pickup configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe current-generation BB range was redesigned to offer a slightly slimmer neck feel and a smaller, lighter body than earlier versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBB234\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the entry point into that modern family, preserving the fundamental BB shape and PJ-style versatility while keeping the electronics passive and uncomplicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid Body Electric Bass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYamaha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBB200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBB234\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow Natural Satin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSatin Polyurethane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeck Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeck Construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolt-On\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeck Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSatin Polyurethane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFingerboard Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRosewood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFingerboard Radius\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10\" \/ 250mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScale Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34\" \/ 863.6mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Frets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFret Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNut Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUrea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNut Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePJ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeck Pickup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYamaha VSP3n Split Single-Coil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBridge Pickup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYamaha VSC3b Single-Coil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickup Magnets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCeramic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectronics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeck Pickup Volume, Bridge Pickup Volume, Master Tone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVintage-Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eString Spacing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTuning Machines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLightweight Open Gear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePickguard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-Ply Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFactory String Gauge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e.045–.105\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eString Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-String\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-Owned, Very Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo battery or external power supply is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BB234 uses completely \u003cstrong\u003epassive electronics\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it can be connected directly to a bass amplifier, DI box, pedalboard, modeller or recording interface using a standard \u003cstrong\u003e1\/4\" instrument cable\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Buy Pre-Owned From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuying Pre-Owned can be an excellent way to access a dependable working bass while making your budget go further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BB234 is particularly well suited to second hand ownership because its simple passive electronics and conventional hardware make it straightforward to maintain and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Fair Deal Music, every Pre-Owned bass is individually checked and assessed before sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFair Deal Music Verdict\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e★★★★★ 5\/5\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYamaha BB234 Yellow Natural Satin\u003c\/strong\u003e is a very easy bass to recommend for players who value straightforward design and useful tonal flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PJ pickup configuration covers much more ground than the simple controls suggest, while the alder body, full 34\" scale and passive electronics make it a dependable instrument for everything from practice to regular gigs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginners, developing players and working bassists wanting a reliable passive four-string.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomers usually upgrade from:\u003c\/strong\u003e Entry-level bass packages, basic short-scale basses and lower-cost starter instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost commonly paired with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bass combo amplifiers, compressors, overdrive, DI boxes and recording interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start with the neck pickup on full and gradually add the bridge pickup. Even small changes in the blend can noticeably alter the amount of definition and midrange in the sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShowroom feedback:\u003c\/strong\u003e The BB234 succeeds because Yamaha has kept it simple. The controls are easy to understand, the PJ layout is genuinely versatile and the overall feel is far more substantial than you might expect from an accessible BB model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Buy From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur knowledgeable musician-led team can help you find the right instrument whether you're buying your first serious bass, upgrading an existing setup or searching for something useful within the Pre-Owned market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can buy with confidence thanks to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert advice from knowledgeable musicians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully checked new and Pre-Owned musical equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirmingham showroom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore than 6,000 Excellent customer reviews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast UK delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFriendly support before and after your purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecades of experience with new and second hand musical equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTrade In. Trade Up. Save More.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThinking about upgrading? Your next bass could cost less than you think.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFair Deal Music buys and part-exchanges a wide range of basses, guitars, amplifiers, keyboards and other musical equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour existing gear could help reduce the cost of your next instrument. Contact our team for a \u003cstrong\u003eno-obligation valuation\u003c\/strong\u003e and we'll be happy to discuss your options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Yamaha BB234 active or passive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BB234 is \u003cstrong\u003ecompletely passive\u003c\/strong\u003e, so no battery is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat pickups does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt uses Yamaha \u003cstrong\u003eCustom V3 ceramic pickups\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a split single-coil at the neck and a single-coil at the bridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the pickups be blended?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Each pickup has its own volume control, allowing you to blend the neck and bridge sounds to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat scale length does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BB234 uses a standard \u003cstrong\u003e34\" bass scale\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the body solid wood?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Yamaha specifies a \u003cstrong\u003esolid alder body\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Yellow Natural Satin version have a satin finish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Yamaha specifically uses a \u003cstrong\u003esatin polyurethane body finish\u003c\/strong\u003e on the Yellow Natural Satin version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a gigbag included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. \u003cstrong\u003eThis Pre-Owned example is supplied without a gigbag or case.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for gigging?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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