Yamaha RBX A2 5-String Bass Lightweight w/gigbag

2008 Yamaha RBX5 A2 5-String Lightweight bass with Gig Bag

The Yamaha RBX5 A2 5-String Bass Guitar is a lightweight, solid bodied guitar featuring custom hardware, pickups and an A.I.R. treated body. This unique 5-string bass guitar is ideal for a range of styles and players, with its custom pickups and unique LED illuminated controls making it highly unique. The body of the bass guitar is constructed using Yamaha's A.I.R. (Alternative Internal Resonance) design.

The bass itself delivers increased sustain and an exceptionally thick yet versatile bass tone. With its custom components and eye-catching design, the RBX5 A2 is ideal for intermediate and professional players alike.

Yamaha’s A.I.R. (Alternative Internal Resonance) Design

Yamaha’s own Alternative Internal Resonance technology helps to keep the guitar light as possible whilst not compromising on sound quality and performance value. The body is comprised of a lightweight wooden core sandwiched between hard woods on the top and back. There are also three metal tubed installed underneath the bridge that transmit string vibration to the body and return body vibration to the bridge for maximum efficiency. Additionally, there are special sound tubes passing through the body that produce a rich resonance in the core material. When the backboard resonates, the entire body reacts, creating a full and articulate resonant tone.

Maple Neck and Rosewood Fretboard

The Maple neck features an increased neck mass which helps to contribute to a richer sound and results in a very-fast neck. This is ideal for the more aggressive player, making chord changes and fast riffs easier to play. The Rosewood fretboard is the same as found on the RGX series guitars with a medium thickness. This helps to produce the articulate yet thick bass tone the RBX5 A2 delivers.

Custom Bridge & Pickups

One of the most unique features of the RBX5 A2 is the custom designed pickups from Yamaha. These original pickups developed by Yamaha have been incorporated to produce a powerful and thick tone that is also highly versatile and can be crafted to suit the player. The bridge is also another original design from Yamaha, resulting in a compact, lightweight bridge that improves efficiency and performance. The bridge is designed by removing protruding screws to improve the performance when playing closer to the bridge, there are also sound tubes underneath the bridge that transmit string vibration direct to the body for an exceptionally dominant tone.

LED Pickup Indicator

Another unique feature of this bass guitar is the LED pickup indicators which are located on the volume and pickup selector controls. Not only are these LED indicators eye-catching, they also provide a visual representation of the pickup in use and keep your controls lit in darker environments.

Specifications

Body:

• Body Material: A.I.R. Body
• Finish: Aircraft Grey
• Weight: 7.7lbs/3.5kg

Neck & Fingerboard:

• Construction: Bolt-On
• Neck Material: Maple
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Radius: 23 5/8" (600mm)
• Scale Length: 34'' (863.6mm)
• Frets: 24

Electronics & Hardware:

• Pickups: Ceramic Bar Single x 2
• Hardware: Chrome
• Controls: Front Volume (with LED), Rear Volume (with LED), Master Tone
  

Notes on condition: The battery pack plate has broken on one end and can no longer latch properly. This is a PASSIVE bass, the battery is simply to light the knobs when the bass is plugged in. There are only passive pickups and no pre-amps.