Yamaha BBNE2 Bass Guitar White, Nathan East Signature Model - 5-String, Neck-Through, Dual Alnico V Pickups

Designed in collaboration with world-renowned session bassist Nathan East, the Yamaha BBNE2 White is a professional-grade 5-string bass that merges refined aesthetics with elite-level tone shaping. With its neck-through construction, custom Alnico V pickups, and advanced 3-band EQ system with a dedicated mid-cut switch, this bass offers the sonic depth and control demanded by top-tier performers and recording professionals.

Premium Construction & Feel

• Body: Maple/Alder Blend - Balanced tone with punch and resonance
  
  
• Neck: 5-Piece Maple/Premium Mahogany (Neck-Through) - Incredible sustain and stability
  
  
• Fingerboard: Ebony | Frets: 24 - Smooth, fast, and tonally crisp
  
  
• Scale Length: 34" | Radius: 19 11/16" (500mm) - Designed for precise modern playability

Electronics & Tone Control

• Pickups: Dual Alnico V Stack Type - Warm lows, articulate mids, and tight highs
  
  
• Controls:
  
  
• Master Volume
  
  
• Pickup Balancer
  
  
• 3-Band Active EQ (Bass, Mid, Treble)
  
  
• Mid Cut Frequency Control
  
  
• Mid Cut On/Off Switch
  
  
• Pickup Switch: Not applicable (N/A) - Balancer replaces traditional switch for smoother tonal transitions

Hardware & Finish

• Bridge: Yamaha BPZ-7 (Non-Piezo) - Stable intonation and solid low-end response
  
  
• Finish: Gloss White with Gold Hardware Accents - Sleek and iconic stage presence
  
  
• Tuners: Yamaha Die-Cast (assumed spec) - Durable and tuning-stable

Ideal For:

• Studio bassists needing precise tone control and consistent clarity
  
  
• Live performers who want versatile EQ options and signature-level quality
  
  
• Fans of Nathan East seeking the exact feel and sound used by the legend himself

Delivered With:

• Supplied with original case (confirm availability)
  
  
• Factory setup by Yamaha, with final check by MusicStreet before shipping
  
  
• Product ID: YAM-BBNE2WH | 5-String, Right-Handed

The Yamaha BBNE2 White isn’t just a signature model it’s a masterclass in modern bass design, built to perform flawlessly on any stage or in any studio.

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