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Yamaha TRBX174 Old Violin Sunburst Agathis Body, 4-String Electric Bass Guitar
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Brand | Yamaha |
Size | 4-String |
Color | Old Violin Sunburst |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 47.83 x 17.91 x 3.74 inches |
Top Material Type | Mahogany, Agathis |
Back Material Type | Mahogany, Agathis, Basswood |
String Material Type | Alloy Steel |
Instrument | Guitar, Violin |
Item Weight | 5121 Grams |
Operation Mode | Electric |
About this item
- Incredible Quality and Value
- Mahogany Body
- Vintage Style Bridge
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Craftsmanship | 4.4 | 3.7 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.2 | 4.5 |
For beginners | 4.5 | 3.7 | 4.8 | — | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Value for money | 4.6 | — | — | 3.5 | 4.6 | 4.7 |
Versatility | 4.5 | 3.6 | 4.7 | — | — | — |
Sold By | GearNuts | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Adorama | Amazon.com |
instrument | Violin, Guitar | Guitar | Guitar | Guitar | Guitar | Guitar |
number of strings | 4 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
operation mode | Electric | Manual | Manual | Acoustic | Manual | Manual |
top material | Mahogany, Agathis | Poplar | Maple | metal | Mahogany | Mahogany |
back material | Mahogany, Agathis, Basswood | Basswood | Poplar | Basswood | Mahogany | Mahogany |
string material | Alloy Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Alloy Steel | Nickel | Nickel |
weight | 5121 grams | 45 pounds | 37 pounds | 1.6 ounces | — | 9 pounds |
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Product information
Item Weight | 11.29 pounds |
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Product Dimensions | 47.83 x 17.91 x 3.74 inches |
ASIN | B00GOE7XHE |
Item model number | TRBX174 OVS |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #1,862 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #4 in Electric Bass Guitars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | November 14, 2013 |
Back Material | Mahogany, Agathis, Basswood |
Body Material | Wood |
Color Name | Old Violin Sunburst |
Fretboard Material | Sonokeling |
Guitar Pickup Configuration | S |
Scale Length | 34" |
String Gauge | Light |
String Material | Alloy Steel |
Top Material | Mahogany, Agathis |
Neck Material Type | Maple |
Number of Strings | 4 |
Guitar Bridge System | Individual Adjustable Bridge System |
Size | 4-String |
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Product Description
The TRBX174 represents a price breakthrough for the TRBX range, yet the quality is everything you'd expect from a Yamaha bass.
From the manufacturer
Yamaha TRBX Series Bass Guitars
You’re the bedrock of your music. The foundation. The fundamental. The link. You need an instrument with the strength and power to perform. An instrument that gives you the freedom to innovate, to create and push the boundaries. You need a bass where everything‘s just right. Sound, feel, looks – nothing comes second. This is TRBX. This is the bass you’ve been waiting for.
With Yamaha’s unique combination of advanced design, precision engineering and time-honored craftsmanship, the Yamaha Guitar Development team have created the perfect instrument for bass players who aren’t ready to compromise. An instrument with the tone you need to underpin your performance and the flexibility to allow you to create and define your own voice. An instrument that offers unparalleled comfort, incredible playability and road-ready durability - night after night, session after session. An instrument designed and built to be the core of your music.
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TRBX174 / TRBX174EWThe TRBX174 represents a price breakthrough for the TRBX range, yet the quality is everything you'd expect from a Yamaha bass. TRBX170EW features an exotic wood top. The matching headstock gives it distinct look from other basses. |
TRBX204Featuring a basswood body, maple neck and a powerful pickup configuration, the TRBX204 has the versatility and looks to fit whatever your style and stage. Available in a variety stunning metallic finishes. |
TRBX304 / TRBX305TRBX300 is built around performance. The perfectly balanced, ultra-comfortable solid mahogany body provides the optimum tonal foundation while the Performance EQ active circuitry gives instant access to perfectly dialed-in stage-ready tones. |
TRBX504 / TRBX505TRBX500 has a simple brief – tone. Premium mahogany construction and an ultra-musical active/passive pre-amp design deliver the flexibility and sheer tonal quality to allow you to sculpt the perfect sound for your music. |
From the brand
Let Your Soul Sing, Make Waves
We at Yamaha want to inspire peoples' passion and help them take a step forward to express their individuality, emotion and creativity.
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The Yamaha Difference
The perfect combination of traditional craftsmanship and leading edge technology.
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Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them.
To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness.
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Customers like the quality, sound quality, value, ease of setup, and performance of the bass. For example, they mention it's built solid, sounds great, and is well worth the money. Some appreciate the ease of setting up the bass, saying it comes with directions and specs. That said, most say it plays like a dream and sounds great.
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Customers like the sound quality of the bass. They mention it has a great tone, great feel, and great value. They say it's one of the best out of the box basses, and easy to setup. The pickups work great and all change the tone noticeably. Some customers find the tone more passive and not as bold. However, they're satisfied with the bass and say it’s great for an off-on bass player. They also mention that the range of tones it can produce makes it incredibly versatile, and that you can blend the pickups freely without hum.
"...It's paired with a Fender Rumble 25 and I found it sounds great with the knobs all just about midway...." Read more
"...It was perfectly tuned and had only minor fret buzz out of the box, something common with any bass. One quick adjustment and we're off...." Read more
"...We are not disappointed with it.It has a great tone and different pickup options depending on your style...." Read more
"...Maybe that's true but they do play well and they're not dead but I bought a set of my favorite strings that I'll get on when I get sick of these...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the stringed instruments. They say it's very high quality, built solid, and resonates well. The finish is nice and the bass is clean, deep, and crisp. Some love the unfinished neck and say it feels like their Strat and EVH. Overall, customers recommend it as a very good beginner bass with no really big issues.
"...The craftsmanship and quality jumps at you right from the box, the neck was straight, the saddle was perfect, and the frets are on the money...." Read more
"...No cheap construction materials here. It was perfectly tuned and had only minor fret buzz out of the box, something common with any bass...." Read more
"...Love the unfinished neck (it feels like my Strat and EVH) and it was playable right out of the box...." Read more
"...The nut is cheap but seems to be carved properly. The tuners are also cheap and don't feel great, but they work just fine...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the bass. They say it's well worth the money, plays well, and sounds great. Some customers also mention that it'll make learning to play easy.
"...it takes to learn to play the bass the right way, the Yamaha is well worth it and makes learning from scratch a ton easier." Read more
"...We wanted something with quality yet was still affordable. We are not disappointed with it...." Read more
"...Overall it's a solid bass for the price and would definitely be a great choice for beginners and experienced players alike...." Read more
"...So far very pleased for the cost.." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the feel of the stringed instruments. They mention that it has a comfortable neck, quality frets, and a sturdy weight. Some say that the instrument is slick and fragile, yet it has one of the best feeling instruments they've ever played. They also mention that the instruments are sensitive.
"...I couldn't find any obvious flaws, and it looks, feels, and plays great. No cheap construction materials here...." Read more
"...It's quite lightweight and well-balanced. Honestly one of the best feeling instruments I've ever played. The neck profile is nice and slim too...." Read more
"...the body are both somewhat smaller than a Precision, and it feels really comfortable...." Read more
"...The satin neck feels good, and the fret wires are sufficiently smooth at the ends, at least on the one I received...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the stringed instruments. They mention that it looks beautiful, gorgeous, and has a beautiful red finish. Some appreciate the translucent black and the mist green finish. Overall, most are happy with the quality and performance of the instrument.
"...I couldn't find any obvious flaws, and it looks, feels, and plays great. No cheap construction materials here...." Read more
"...I got the translucent black and It's a very black matte look. The frets are not super polished but are not sharp or sloppy...." Read more
"Just came in today. I haven't tried it out yet but out of the box it looks awesome...." Read more
"...Truss rod looks perfect. Maybe I’ll tweak the intonation on one of the strings, or maybe it’s fine for now...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the bass. They say the neck is like butter, and it plays like a dream. They also say the pick, flat, finger, and solo switches work great, and the EQ really works quite well. The bass is tuned right up and stays in tune well. Some customers also mention that the electronics work after the adjustments and the neck plays very fast.
"...No cheap construction materials here. It was perfectly tuned and had only minor fret buzz out of the box, something common with any bass...." Read more
"...I've been able to set the action fairly low, just above 2mm at the 24th fret except for the E string which needed 3mm...." Read more
"...Even so, the action is smooth; the bass tone is throaty with the round wounds...." Read more
"...work, the action is set, there is minimal fret buzz, and the neck plays very fast...." Read more
Customers find the bass guitar easy to play and fun to play. They say it's perfect for a beginner or intermediate player, has excellent tone, and is a pleasure to play any style. Customers also mention that the neck is great and it'll cut through the mix. Overall, customers are satisfied with the playability and value of the product.
"...bass the right way, the Yamaha is well worth it and makes learning from scratch a ton easier." Read more
"...bass for the price and would definitely be a great choice for beginners and experienced players alike...." Read more
"...The 5 piece neck is really playable. I'm really digging it. Mine is perfectly adjusted right out of the box...." Read more
"Great bass good pick ups cuts through the mix easy to play great neck , love it !" Read more
Customers like the ease of setup of the bass. They mention that it was pretty good right out of the box, and playable right out the box. They also appreciate the directions and specs that came with the bass, and mention that the tone controls are great.
"...neck (it feels like my Strat and EVH) and it was playable right out of the box...." Read more
"...purchased it from through Amazon made any adjustments, but the setup was pretty good out of the box...." Read more
"This bass was set up very well and was ready to play right out of the box. It's light and well-balanced, looks every bit as good as the pictures...." Read more
"It didn't come set up, i had to take it to our local shop for the action to be adjusted. but otherwise fantastic" Read more
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Looked and felt great right out of the box. Only a very minor truss adjustment to correct a little fret buzz and I was off to the races. From this price point on up, you'd be wise to take it to a luthier (most guitar shops will have one on staff) to get it adjusted just to make sure it's in top shape, if you haven't done it yourself. You can learn to adjust (it isn't difficult) but it isn't very expensive to have it done for you, either.
The active/passive pickup is a great addition and worth the step up from the 304. Once I started using it, I'm not sure how I was able to do without it for so long. The back of the body has an LED battery warning indicator so you won't be caught flat-footed with a dead battery when you're in active mode. It does automatically switch over to passive when it loses power, though.
Don't take the missing fifth star as criticism. I only use five stars for above and beyond. Take the fours as ringing endorsements. To address the categories Amazon asked about:
As far as for beginners, you can find less expensive basses in the $150-200 range, this might be a little pricey for someone's first instrument. The TRBX174 at about $229 (they're still widely available as of April 2021) might suit the absolute beginner a little better at a much lower price point. That said, you definitely can't go wrong with this one if the money isn't a concern.
Craftsmanship is top notch. This bass is made in Indonesia. I was a little squirrelly, but the construction is top notch and I found nothing to complain about. I couldn't find any obvious flaws, and it looks, feels, and plays great. No cheap construction materials here. It was perfectly tuned and had only minor fret buzz out of the box, something common with any bass. One quick adjustment and we're off.
Versatility is the best I've experienced so far. It works great in the basement, studio or stage. I mostly use it for practice and home use, but it's stood up to everything I've thrown at it. I've tried to find limitations but haven't found any. The active/passive option is something I didn't think about when I ordered; I'd never played with it before. But now that I have it it's like adding a fifth gear, I notice its absence when I'm playing any of my other basses.
In short: this is your sign that this is the bass for you.
It has a great tone and different pickup options depending on your style. Love the unfinished neck (it feels like my Strat and EVH) and it was playable right out of the box. The active pickup sounds amazing and the thumb rest on the pickups are also nice.
This really feels like a more expensive bass for the money and will last for years as he gets better. I'm really impressed with the quality for price.
The picture shows a gig bag but mine did not include one. I would have ordered a separate bag/case ahead of time if I knew one wouldn't be included. A $500+ instrument should at least include a cheap basic bag.
The fret ends on my bass aren't great. They're not really sharp but I've been snagged a couple of times while playing. Some have the tang sticking out slightly from the sides of the fretboard too. They could definitely use some work. Pretty disappointing because during my research I saw many people raving about Yamaha's top-notch quality control on their budget instruments. I've had other instruments in this price range with much better fret work.
I got the translucent white model and there is a small blue stain on the front of the body. Not sure how that would have happened. I don't really like the look of the finish much either. It looks cheap up close and in most lighting appears more grey than white. Not a huge deal but worth pointing out for those that care about appearance.
Oh, and some of the knobs/pots are a bit concerning. For instance; If I pull lightly on the volume knob it makes a weird sound, kind of like tape being peeled or velcro being pulled apart. Obviously you shouldn't be tugging on the volume knob, but it's just something odd I noticed during inspection and worries me a bit about durability.
Other than that, the bass sounds great and feels great.
The all-satin finish is very comfortable, as well as the body carves. It's quite lightweight and well-balanced. Honestly one of the best feeling instruments I've ever played. The neck profile is nice and slim too.
The nut is cheap but seems to be carved properly. The tuners are also cheap and don't feel great, but they work just fine.
Pickups sound really good. I haven't experimented with the active EQ much yet because I really like the passive tone, but it seems to be very versatile and responsive to knob turns.
Not sure if the music store I purchased it from through Amazon made any adjustments, but the setup was pretty good out of the box. I had fret buzz from the 7th to 12th frets and made small adjustments to the truss rod and action, but nothing major. I thought it could be due to some high frets but can't say for sure without the appropriate tools to test. I'll update this review if I eventually discover the frets aren't properly leveled.
Overall it's a solid bass for the price and would definitely be a great choice for beginners and experienced players alike. I really love the feel and sound of it despite my complaints. Would definitely be 5 stars if the frets and overall QC were a little better, but hey, maybe you'll have better luck than me. I'll definitely be checking out some more Yamaha instruments in the future.
Top reviews from other countries
I would highly recommend you YAMAHA TRBX174
I received an INDONESIAN MADE which is an absolute piece of premium built and sound with 2 Allen key inside the box.
Don't think twice go ahead start learning because this will go for a longer period of time.
Kudos to CHENNAI MUSICAL FOR ALL THE WARRANTY WORK DONE WELL OVER THE WARRANTY PAPERS IN THE BOX.
Reviewed in India on August 15, 2022
I would highly recommend you YAMAHA TRBX174
I received an INDONESIAN MADE which is an absolute piece of premium built and sound with 2 Allen key inside the box.
Don't think twice go ahead start learning because this will go for a longer period of time.
Kudos to CHENNAI MUSICAL FOR ALL THE WARRANTY WORK DONE WELL OVER THE WARRANTY PAPERS IN THE BOX.
Reviewed in India on February 9, 2022
Me gustó mucho físicamente (llegó bien empaquetado, en tiempo y sin detalle alguno). El precio es un gran punto a favor ya que (aunque no tengo uno de gama alta), he probado otros bajos de gamas más altas y en contraste con este, la verdad les pisa los talones en cuanto a calidad de sonido y materiales de construcción. Un gran producto de Yamaha.