If you think the Precision sound fits what you are looking for, then get a Precision. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. I'm sure the pickup was about 5mm or so nearer the nut (or 12th fret, which is another std place that many folks measure from). [/quote] If it were me, I would try and find a way keep both! What's the difference between the Yamaha BB424 and Yamaha BB424x?

Bit of a resurrection, but I thought I would just add that the Yammy BB P pickup is actually in the same sweetspot you'd find on a Fender/Squier P. It just looks closer to the neck because the Yamaha has 21 frets instead of the Fenders 20.

Thanks. If you measure from the 20th fret on the Yammy, it's the same. I think it's a function of the basic Fender design that simply "works". Thank you for your support! Copyright © All the good names are taken ltd. I may just keep the Yamaha though for time being and see what comes up and will use it as trade fodder (as it was itself acquired in trade). Are you sure ? The P strung with flats for the real deal vintage P sound, and the BB with rounds for its awesome rock growl when both pickups are on!

Maybe someone here can measure their BB's ?

). Oh, and a final comment .... try and avoid Basswood bodies. Upload or insert images from URL. Supporting Members list unlimited gear with no listing fees in the Classifieds, get instant Keyword Alerts, and get Free Shipping at the TalkBass Store. Simply play as many Precisions as you can and choose the best one. Maybe someone here can measure their BB's ? Play a load of them and you're bound to find a gem eventually. If you think the Precision sound fits what you are looking for, then get a Precision. Page 1 of 2 1 2 ... not honestly sure about the bb's a whole lot cause i've only tried the 614, which was decent. Oh...it's up for sale on here, too! Yamaha BB424 or Fender P Bass Discussion in 'Basses [BG]' started by doctormoose87, Jun 1, 2011.

Fender Standard Precision vs. YAMAHA BB424 Discussion in 'Basses [BG]' started by Kaspergreenday, May 24, 2010.

Discussion in 'Basses [BG]' started by doctormoose87, Jun 1, 2011.

Wish I still had my old P bass around to check just out of interest. They're all different. Thank you for your support! The quality of the body and neck woods and the efficacy of the neck/body joint will have a large effect on the tone of each one. [/quote] I'd never measure from the fretboard end for the reasons you mention. Or maybe I need to get another Encore P?! Reviewed: Yamaha Broad Bass BB 234, 434 and 734 I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, bass players totally get the raw end of the stick as far as the rock hierarchy goes; buried in mixes, shoved up the back of the stage and grossly underrated talent wise. Greggo For Sale: Bass Guitar Strings and Accessories, The TB Bazaar: Gear For Sale from our Sponsors, For Sale: Double Bass Amps, Strings & Accessories, Wanted: Bass Guitars, Amps, and Accessories, Wanted: Double Basses, Amps & Accessories, http://www.thomann.de/dk/fender_standard_precision_bass_aw2009.htm, Yamaha BB424 Electric Bass Guitar: Shop Bass & Other Musical Instruments | Musician's Friend, (You must log in or sign up to reply here. Supporting Members list unlimited gear with no listing fees in the Classifieds, get instant Keyword Alerts, and get Free Shipping at the TalkBass Store. Simply play as many Precisions as you can and choose the best one. IMO, the 400 series Yamahas will never quite get the Precision tone. They are more versatile due to having the two pickups but getting that exact P sound - they're not quite there. Fender Deluxe Active Precision Bass Special, Maple Fingerboard.

I think my Yamaha plays slightly better but having played the Affinity side by side with a bass similar to mine (a BB424) the squier did sound a bit nicer to my ears and the P pickup was still in the correct place despite having a J in there too.   Your previous content has been restored.

Just look on Musician's Friend because they are available in the USA! that they could measure just to see? I wouldn't for anything in the world change my PB for my BB or vice versa. The quality of the body and neck woods and the efficacy of the neck/body joint will have a large effect on the tone of each one. If you measure from the 20th fret on the Yammy, it's the same. Are you sure ? Gold Supporters see zero ads!

What makes me think I want a Precision may sound silly, but years ago I used to own an Encore P bass copy and I have never had a better recorded bass tone than that bass believe it or not, even though I've owned "better" basses. So I'm hoping a decent precision is what I would like to get sounds I want. May 24, 2010 #1.

Thankfully, quality P pickups can be pickup up for only a few quid so I'd simply pick the one that is the most resonant and simply feels the most "right" in your hands. Thankfully, quality P pickups can be pickup up for only a few quid so I'd simply pick the one that is the most resonant and simply feels the most "right" in your hands. For Sale: Bass Guitar Strings and Accessories, The TB Bazaar: Gear For Sale from our Sponsors, For Sale: Double Bass Amps, Strings & Accessories, Wanted: Bass Guitars, Amps, and Accessories, Wanted: Double Basses, Amps & Accessories, (You must log in or sign up to reply here. TalkBass utilizes technology from Skimlinks that may give us a small affiliate commission on purchases made via links on our site.

They're all different. [quote name='miles'tone' timestamp='1401657704' post='2465654'] I can't comment on the CV as I've not owned one or even played one for more than a few notes. A key part of this equation is that the neck pickup on the Yamaha is a bit nearer the neck that the Fender P sweetspot, so the tone from that pickup will always be a bit rounder and darker than most P's.



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