The Yamaha BBNE2 is the signature 5-string of session legend Nathan East. Neck-through construction, custom Alnico V pickups and a powerful 3-band EQ give studio-grade clarity and control.

Key features


  • 5-string, neck-through construction
  • Custom Alnico V pickups
  • Active 3-band EQ with dedicated mid-cut switch
  • Right-handed, white finish
  • Supplied with original case

Ideal for


  • Session and studio bassists who need precise tone shaping
  • Live players who want a reliable, flagship-level 5-string

Save £1,429: RRP £5,328, now £3,899. Factory set up by Yamaha with a final check by MusicStreet before dispatch.

Why buy from MusicStreet


  • Set up in our Huntingdon workshop before it leaves us
  • Free UK delivery on orders over £99, or collect from our shop at 10 Chequers Court, Huntingdon
  • 12-month warranty and 14-day returns
  • Questions? Call 01480 431222 or visit us Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm
  • 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

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