Oh thanks, I was worried that it was just me! Great review! I'm still undecided between BB734 and BB735. I already have a nice modern 4 stringer that I am super used to...
@@TylerSpicer yeah the worst case scenario I can use it as a thumb rest! Jokes aside how do you make that B string audible for the digital platforms, like people who are a listening from phones or laptops? I am new to your channel but from this video I understand that you play live a lot...
@@ayberkfahri Saturation and smart EQ. A little bit of dirt from your amp tone goes a long way for low end being heard. Add in some compression and then EQ at 100hz and boost at 1khz too. You can high pass up to 80hz to taste too. It might feel like something’s missing down low to you, but it’s gonna make the kick drum come alive and everything fit together. T
Do you have history with the BB series? What’s your favourite generation of BB? (JUST TO CLARIFY: I am wrong about the bridge not being the same. You can switch it over for the sharper angle on all strings!)
Looking to upgrade to a five-string, and I'm mesmerized by all of Yamaha's options. I'm particularly stuck on the BB735 thanks to such a thorough review you've done!! (I play tons of country, along with soul/r&b/funk, too...) rock on. :-)
Those are all of my fave genres and the ones I play most - probably in that order too! 😂 The BB735A makes the most sense to me out of the Yamaha lineup, all the versatility you could need for anything! Thank you for the support! T
Very well done! I had to look again after you boosted the bass to see if the camera was getting the vibration from the low end and indeed it was! Very very nice. I will have to get either this one or the 734 as my first bass. I’ve played guitar half my life but now I want to play bass
Nice, a yamie head as well. I own a BBP35 and I can say, it blows away my Fender Am Std Pbass and American Elite Jbass. If you are looking for the best of both worlds bass, go for a Yamaha BB!
Thanks for the Video on the 735a, great information, as I’m currently looking for a good option for a 5string PJ setup and don’t want to spend over 2k for it, please do a demo video and I will look out for it. I subbed you.
@@TylerSpicer thanks for replying. That's great! I never owned a bass with PJ configuration before, how do you describe the PJ tonality compared to a jazz bass?
What do have your pickup heights set at? Just out of curiosity for my own BB 5 string to get the best sound, I find that I'm tinkering with it a bit too much
Great review but strange you should say the saddle is not the same as the P35 ! I have the 734 and I can change the saddle angle, according to the Yamaha website it says this : The 700 and Pro are equipped with the Vintage Plus Bridge, which incorporates “Diagonal Body Thru Stringing,” where strings are angled at the saddle and pass through the instrument to the bridge at a 45º angle, as opposed to the traditional vertical stringing method which places more stress on the strings. Diagonal Body Thru Stringing significantly reduces this stress while transferring string vibration to the body reliably and efficiently. Strings can also be set to the tail end of the bridge, which comes equipped with a convertible saddle that can be adjusted to 2 different angles for more precise tonal shaping and feel. The rounder side of the saddle gives a slightly softer sound, while the more angled area produces a slightly tighter one. The brass saddle of the Vintage Plus Bridge delivers a slightly deeper low-end, and the steel bridge plate offers a brighter tone. All screws and springs are made of stainless steel to guard against corrosion.
Alec M hmmm... Maybe I haven’t looked hard enough 🤔 It was very obvious to me on the B on the P35, but not so when I checked the 7. I’ll take a look when I get back to the bass! Thank you for the info and kind words! T
Would it make sense to purchase this bass if I currently have a P bass and a Jazz Bass. Does the PJ have a distinct sound or is it very similar to a P or J bass?
Hey Anthony! I have a P and a J as well as my PJ5. The PJ sound is my favourite for sitting in most mixes. It’s got more low mids than a J and more clarity in the mix than a P, as well as a little extra depth compared to the P on its own. I’m intending on doing a comparison video a PJ and JJ this week, so keep your eyes peeled on the channel! T
shape is a bit odd to play sitting down, and it is a bit neck heavy so it feels a bit divey. but other than that, it is my favorite sounding bass I had ever owned. active control sounds absolutely godly
Phil Hughes Yamaha 5s are great, always plenty of clarity and definition. The 735 and One10 is a great combination, I must say! Hope you’re enjoying the One10! T
Hey, I've heard the J pickup buzzes a little. Does the active circuit kill any buzz? On my TRBX504 the active circuit wipes out my dirty power bass nicely.
Got to say I didn’t notice any buzz! Then again I rarely used it solo’d. I’d always suggest re-shielding the cavity if there’s any buzz. Again, never enough of an issue so I’d personally not worry - the old BBs (x24/5) series definitely had a noticeable buzz in comparison! T
Eduardo Galdino Hmm a difficult question as theyre obviously very different. However if say smaller than a Fender J! It’s definitely small compared to old BBs too! T
lol , I've played Musicman Stingray and Sabre since 1980 and this is my first taste of Yamaha, so sorry I don't have any history, but I'm enjoying the 734 big time, a great bass.
Alec M nice! I wish I got on better with Musicman basses but they’ve all come and gone for me. I think you’ve started at a pretty amazing point when it comes to Yamaha!
The Yamaha BB735 is my first 5 string and I love it. More comfortable than other 5 string that I compared it to. The sound is awesome, with just the P pickup or both.
@@TylerSpicer usually modern pop and rock. However, I am lately playing motown tunes with just the P-pickup and it sounds impressive. I have to say that this bass does not have much highs, but since it is active, with a little bit of boost in the highs it can be compensated.
Hi thanks for the video. Did u have an opportunity to compare it to other brands in the same range. I m hesitating bettwen this yamaha and the sire p7 (which is actually a bit cheaper)... Regards
Thank you for watching! To be honest I haven’t played anything in this price range for a long time except the Fender 50s Ps. I would say it is very similar in quality to my Fender 50s P, but it feels a little more pro than that bass did. It’s a real pro workhorse bass that based on sound alone is absolutely perfect for me. I know there was talk on Basschat of someone trying a Sire P7 and not being happy with it compared to the Yamaha. I would always go Yamaha tbh, but I’m a little biased towards the brand 😉 T
Hi Tyler, really enjoyed this video⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️, YESSS to Yamaha basses🕺🏽 I'm a huge fan and user of Yamaha bass guitars, they RULE! Question, can you do a review on the BBP35 if possible? Thank you much🙏🏽
The BB is Fender type sounds, but in the Yamaha kinda way, they’re a bit smoother sounding in the midrange and brighter up top. The TRBX is soapbar pickups which are going to be different to that Fender sound. Again even more relaxed in the mid range and bigger in the bass. T
Willis Taylor definitely this! I gigged it for a good few months before I found the Sadowsky I’d been waiting on second hand for about 5 years! This is a super solid bass and that EQ is well voiced. Hard to go wrong with a PJ for me, too. T
Absolutely! Feels maybe more solid in terms of hardware than the Vintera. The diagonal neck join on the Yamaha is great and the fret ends etc. are pretty spot on! The P gives you that classic P character and feels but if you're not bothered by that, this Yamaha is much more of a "does it all" bass. T
Great review, thx! What's the weight in your unit? I'm considering a 435 or 735... but I'm a bit afraid of the weight.
Living for the camera shaking when you go to the E and B strings
Haha! Yeah, I've got a few too many of those shots in my time 😂😬 T
Oh thanks, I was worried that it was just me! Great review!
I'm still undecided between BB734 and BB735. I already have a nice modern 4 stringer that I am super used to...
@@ayberkfahri my philosophy is I never regret having the 5th string there, but sometimes with there was a 5th string on my 4s. Go for the 5!
@@TylerSpicer yeah the worst case scenario I can use it as a thumb rest!
Jokes aside how do you make that B string audible for the digital platforms, like people who are a listening from phones or laptops? I am new to your channel but from this video I understand that you play live a lot...
@@ayberkfahri Saturation and smart EQ. A little bit of dirt from your amp tone goes a long way for low end being heard. Add in some compression and then EQ at 100hz and boost at 1khz too. You can high pass up to 80hz to taste too. It might feel like something’s missing down low to you, but it’s gonna make the kick drum come alive and everything fit together. T
Do you have history with the BB series? What’s your favourite generation of BB?
(JUST TO CLARIFY: I am wrong about the bridge not being the same. You can switch it over for the sharper angle on all strings!)
Is the 7 series made in Indonesia or Japan? I'm guessing Indonesia?
Powerful sound and absolutely beautiful look
Killer basses for the money, no doubt! T
Looking to upgrade to a five-string, and I'm mesmerized by all of Yamaha's options. I'm particularly stuck on the BB735 thanks to such a thorough review you've done!! (I play tons of country, along with soul/r&b/funk, too...) rock on. :-)
Those are all of my fave genres and the ones I play most - probably in that order too! 😂 The BB735A makes the most sense to me out of the Yamaha lineup, all the versatility you could need for anything! Thank you for the support! T
Very well done! I had to look again after you boosted the bass to see if the camera was getting the vibration from the low end and indeed it was! Very very nice. I will have to get either this one or the 734 as my first bass. I’ve played guitar half my life but now I want to play bass
Nice, a yamie head as well. I own a BBP35 and I can say, it blows away my Fender Am Std Pbass and American Elite Jbass. If you are looking for the best of both worlds bass, go for a Yamaha BB!
Yamaha really know what they’re doing when it comes to their basses!
Thanks for the Video on the 735a, great information, as I’m currently looking for a good option for a 5string PJ setup and don’t want to spend over 2k for it, please do a demo video and I will look out for it. I subbed you.
Does the J pickup have hum when solo'd?
Not as I remember! T
@@TylerSpicer thanks for replying. That's great! I never owned a bass with PJ configuration before, how do you describe the PJ tonality compared to a jazz bass?
@@jeconiahyohanes1585 Hey, J pickup is not humcancelling in this bass, its a single, so PJ will give you hum too
What do have your pickup heights set at? Just out of curiosity for my own BB 5 string to get the best sound, I find that I'm tinkering with it a bit too much
Great review but strange you should say the saddle is not the same as the P35 ! I have the 734 and I can change the saddle angle, according to the Yamaha website it says this :
The 700 and Pro are equipped with the Vintage Plus Bridge, which incorporates “Diagonal Body Thru Stringing,” where strings are angled at the saddle and pass through the instrument to the bridge at a 45º angle, as opposed to the traditional vertical stringing method which places more stress on the strings.
Diagonal Body Thru Stringing significantly reduces this stress while transferring string vibration to the body reliably and efficiently.
Strings can also be set to the tail end of the bridge, which comes equipped with a convertible saddle that can be adjusted to 2 different angles for more precise tonal shaping and feel. The rounder side of the saddle gives a slightly softer sound, while the more angled area produces a slightly tighter one.
The brass saddle of the Vintage Plus Bridge delivers a slightly deeper low-end, and the steel bridge plate offers a brighter tone. All screws and springs are made of stainless steel to guard against corrosion.
Alec M hmmm... Maybe I haven’t looked hard enough 🤔 It was very obvious to me on the B on the P35, but not so when I checked the 7. I’ll take a look when I get back to the bass! Thank you for the info and kind words! T
Would it make sense to purchase this bass if I currently have a P bass and a Jazz Bass. Does the PJ have a distinct sound or is it very similar to a P or J bass?
Hey Anthony! I have a P and a J as well as my PJ5. The PJ sound is my favourite for sitting in most mixes. It’s got more low mids than a J and more clarity in the mix than a P, as well as a little extra depth compared to the P on its own. I’m intending on doing a comparison video a PJ and JJ this week, so keep your eyes peeled on the channel! T
shape is a bit odd to play sitting down, and it is a bit neck heavy so it feels a bit divey.
but other than that, it is my favorite sounding bass I had ever owned. active control sounds absolutely godly
Nice review Tyler. I'm looking at Yamaha 5 stringers and this might fit the bill. I can play it through the Barefaced 10 I bought from you
Phil Hughes Yamaha 5s are great, always plenty of clarity and definition. The 735 and One10 is a great combination, I must say! Hope you’re enjoying the One10! T
Hey, I've heard the J pickup buzzes a little. Does the active circuit kill any buzz? On my TRBX504 the active circuit wipes out my dirty power bass nicely.
Got to say I didn’t notice any buzz! Then again I rarely used it solo’d. I’d always suggest re-shielding the cavity if there’s any buzz. Again, never enough of an issue so I’d personally not worry - the old BBs (x24/5) series definitely had a noticeable buzz in comparison! T
Is the camera shaking when you're playing the B? :) A great review, thanks!
Yes, its definitely got some weight to it! Thank you for watching! T
Hi Tyler! One question. Which strings were you using?
Hey Javi! Dunlop Super Bright Nickel, 125-45. They’re my go-to! T
@@TylerSpicer I need to try them on my 735. They are the ones I use for my 734. Thanks!
Hi Tyler, great video. One question: Is your body size bigger or smaller than a jazz bass?
Eduardo Galdino Hmm a difficult question as theyre obviously very different. However if say smaller than a Fender J! It’s definitely small compared to old BBs too! T
@@TylerSpicer Tks, Tyler.
Do you have history with the BB series? What’s your favourite generation of BB?
lol , I've played Musicman Stingray and Sabre since 1980 and this is my first taste of Yamaha, so sorry I don't have any history, but I'm enjoying the 734 big time, a great bass.
Alec M nice! I wish I got on better with Musicman basses but they’ve all come and gone for me. I think you’ve started at a pretty amazing point when it comes to Yamaha!
The Yamaha BB735 is my first 5 string and I love it. More comfortable than other 5 string that I compared it to. The sound is awesome, with just the P pickup or both.
Javi I totally agree! It’s killer! What kind of music do you play? T
@@TylerSpicer usually modern pop and rock. However, I am lately playing motown tunes with just the P-pickup and it sounds impressive. I have to say that this bass does not have much highs, but since it is active, with a little bit of boost in the highs it can be compensated.
Hi thanks for the video. Did u have an opportunity to compare it to other brands in the same range. I m hesitating bettwen this yamaha and the sire p7 (which is actually a bit cheaper)... Regards
Thank you for watching! To be honest I haven’t played anything in this price range for a long time except the Fender 50s Ps. I would say it is very similar in quality to my Fender 50s P, but it feels a little more pro than that bass did. It’s a real pro workhorse bass that based on sound alone is absolutely perfect for me. I know there was talk on Basschat of someone trying a Sire P7 and not being happy with it compared to the Yamaha. I would always go Yamaha tbh, but I’m a little biased towards the brand 😉 T
Thanks nice review
Thank you for watching and your kind words! T
Ampeg is owned by Yamaha, so it makes sense that they would pair well.
Ron Barzilai for sure! I think that definitely plays a part! T
Hi Tyler, really enjoyed this video⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️, YESSS to Yamaha basses🕺🏽 I'm a huge fan and user of Yamaha bass guitars, they RULE! Question, can you do a review on the BBP35 if possible? Thank you much🙏🏽
Hey Sheldon! They’re great basses! If I can get my hands on one, I will do a review. Thank you for watching and enjoying the video! T
What gauge strings?
105-45, most likely! T
@@TylerSpicer B string?
@@lucythegiant4104 130 - I think I was using the B from some 6 string sets Dunlop sent me which are 130-30. Typically the low B on their 5s is 125. T
@@TylerSpicer Thank you my man
Also,
What would the tonal differences between thee BB and the TRBX 5-strings ?
The BB is Fender type sounds, but in the Yamaha kinda way, they’re a bit smoother sounding in the midrange and brighter up top. The TRBX is soapbar pickups which are going to be different to that Fender sound. Again even more relaxed in the mid range and bigger in the bass. T
One of the best ratios quality-price in the world .) Yamaha BB's are the best.
100% right! Recently suggested one of these to a touring friend and went to the store to buy it with her. She’s loving it! T
@@TylerSpicer if it's good for the Smashing Pumpkins bassist, it'll be great for us too 😍😍😍
If you had to choose between this, or a Fender Player Series 5-string Bass,
What would you choose ?
Willis Taylor definitely this! I gigged it for a good few months before I found the Sadowsky I’d been waiting on second hand for about 5 years! This is a super solid bass and that EQ is well voiced. Hard to go wrong with a PJ for me, too. T
you make the best bass reviews around hot diggity dog
What are the strings brand installed on this bass?
Dunlop Super Bright Nickel strings! T
@@TylerSpicer those are the one come with the bass right? I bought this bass and really like the strings on it
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I know it's a while later, but considering picking up a 734a. Would you say build quality is similar to something like a Vintera P bass?
Absolutely! Feels maybe more solid in terms of hardware than the Vintera. The diagonal neck join on the Yamaha is great and the fret ends etc. are pretty spot on! The P gives you that classic P character and feels but if you're not bothered by that, this Yamaha is much more of a "does it all" bass. T
@@TylerSpicer Thanks very much Tyler, very helpful insight, Merry Christmas!