Yamaha TRBX605FM - Caramel Brown
The TRBX605FM – Pure Low-End Performance, Boutique Aesthetic Modern 5-String Bass with Exceptional Tone and Comfort

The Yamaha TRBX605FM is a bold statement in the world of 5-string basses, offering pro-level tone shaping and top-tier construction at a surprisingly accessible price. Its sculpted alder and maple-laminated body, crowned with a flamed maple top, not only looks stunning in Caramel Brown but is purpose-built for balance and comfort. Whether you're slapping, picking, or playing fingerstyle, this bass offers an inviting feel with a modern edge.

YGD H5 Pickups and Active/Passive Flexibility

At the core of the TRBX605FM’s voice are Yamaha’s custom-designed YGD H5 humbucking pickups. These alnico-powered pickups deliver a clean, articulate tone with plenty of headroom. Combined with a 3-band active EQ and an active/passive switch, this bass covers the spectrum from thunderous lows to cutting midrange presence. The circuit is intelligently designed for consistent output whether you’re running active or passive, ensuring tonal stability on stage and in the studio.

Premium Neck Design for Speed and Stability

A 5-piece maple and mahogany neck bolts seamlessly to the contoured body, providing rock-solid stability and a fast-playing profile. The ultra-comfortable carve and rosewood fingerboard with 24 frets offer extended range for modern playing styles. A 1 11/16" (43 mm) nut width and 34" scale make for effortless transitions across strings and registers.

Built for Performance and Reliability

This bass is equipped with a high-mass die-cast bridge offering 18 mm string spacing — perfect for players who favor technical slap and finger techniques. The robust Yamaha hardware and metal output jack plate are designed for stage-ready durability. Subtle features like the straight-pull headstock and battery alert LED underscore Yamaha’s attention to pro-level reliability.

Boutique Looks, Real-World Utility

Finished in a rich Caramel Brown with a flamed maple top, the TRBX605FM looks every bit as sophisticated as it sounds. The aesthetic is upscale without being flashy — perfect for a player who wants boutique visuals without sacrificing practicality. This is a bass that commands respect, both visually and sonically.

Specifications

• Body Material: Alder/Maple laminate

• Top Material: Flamed Maple

• Neck Material: 5-piece Maple/Mahogany

• Neck Construction: Bolt-on

• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood

• Nut Width: 1 11/16" (43 mm)

• Scale Length: 34"

• Frets: 24

• Bridge Type: High-mass die-cast bridge with 18 mm string spacing

• Bridge Pickup: YGD H5 (humbucking)

• Neck Pickup: YGD H5 (humbucking)

• Pickup Configuration: HH

• Controls: Master Volume, Pickup Balance, 3-Band EQ

• Switching: Active/Passive switch

• Special Electronics: Active/passive circuit with battery alert LED

• Finish: Caramel Brown

• Inlays: Dot

• Case/Gig Bag: Not included

This bass guitar ships fully insured with signature required.