1982 Yamaha BB2000FL MIJ broadbass fretless neck through pj precision jazz passive Japan vintage

1982 Yamaha BB2000, Factory Lineness Fretless, 100% Original, Made in Japan (MIJ)​A super rare gem from Yamaha’s "golden age" of bass craftsmanship—a highly sought-after iteration of the foundational BB2000 model.

Celebrated for genre versatility (especially jazz, fusion, and soul) and premium build, it balances solid resonance with player-friendly comfort—ideal for long live sets and studio sessions.

Grab it before it’s gone!

Shipping & Policies​

• Customs Duties: All import duties and taxes are the buyer’s responsibility, except for shipments to the EU or Britain.For shipments to the United States, please contact us first to confirm details related to import fees.​

• Final Sale: No returns accepted—review all details and photos, and feel free to message us with questions before purchasing.​

• Shipping Options: UPS or FedEx shipping (safe and fast). For overseas shipment, contact me first to confirm logistics and transit timelines.​

Condition​

• Neck & Playability: The neck is straight, with a truss rod that works smoothly in both directions. Action is set super low for effortless play, and it performs exceptionally well—living up to the praise: "Best passive fretless bass ever!".​

• Cosmetic Wear: The gloss black finish shows cosmetic wear, finish worn on fretboard edge, few dings and lots of scratches on the body—authentic signs of its vintage history, yet overall well-preserved for a 40+ year-old instrument. No serious issues (no cracks, major structural damage) that affect playability or tone.​

• Build & Accessories: 100% original, highlighted by its iconic 5-ply neck-through design (conveys string vibrations to the body without loss, achieving impressively long sustain—critical for fretless tone richness). Ships with used non-original hardcase.​

Tone & Value​

• Signature Fretless Tone: This BB2000 doesn’t just play great—it "sings"—a hallmark of well-crafted factory fretless basses. Its unique reverse P-pickups (clean, fat Precision-style tone) and rear rail J-pickup (rich, dynamic solo character) translate beautifully to fretless play, delivering warm, vocal-like expressiveness perfect for jazz, fusion, and soul. As a passive fretless, it retains natural resonance with zero compressed "coloring," living up to the claim of being one of the best passive fretless basses ever.​

• Ultra-Rare Collectibility: 1982 MIJ BB2000s are rare on their own—factory lineness fretless variants are exponentially scarcer. This 100% original example, with its original hardcase and exceptional playability, is a dual treasure: a pro-level tool for gigging/recording musicians seeking fretless versatility, and a prized piece of Yamaha bass history for collectors.