Yamaha Debuts BB3000MA Michael Anthony Signature
Electric Bass
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BB3000MA Michael Anthony
Signature Electric Bass
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January 19, 2001Answering the demand for a professional 4-string electric bass
that emulates the distinctive sound of the early 1980's, Yamaha Corporation of
America, Guitar Products, will unveil the BB3000MA electric bass at Winter NAMM
2001.
Named for Van Halen bass virtuoso Michael Anthony, the signature instrument
recalls the classic sound and style of the BB3000S, which put Yamaha electric
basses on the map nearly 20 years ago. The BB3000MA is a collaboration between
Anthony and Yamaha Guitar Development (YGD), the company's R&D, artist relations
and custom shop, which works in tandem with a variety of artists to develop new
and innovative instruments.
Currently available, the BB3000MA is an ideal choice for the hard rock, jazz
or fusion player needing a professional-quality instrument for the stage or the
studio.
"This was always a great bass and now it's even better," says Anthony,
known for his tight, hard rock style and flashy improvisation. "When I heard
that Yamaha was doing an updated version of one of my favorite instruments, I
wanted to be a part of it.
"The design was really a group effort," he continues. "Yamaha
was really open to my ideas and allowed me to have input on everything from the
body shape design to the hardware."
An improved, original neck-through-body design features a streamlined body
style, P/J format Alnico V pickups and a low mass bridge. The fast, thin Maple
and Mahogany neck and Ebony fingerboard offer improved access to the upper register.
A low mass Hipshot® "D" Tuner™ lever lowers the bottom string
from E to D. The headstock features a "4-in-line" tuner design and durable
Nickel hardware. The body is available in Black Metallic and Mist Green Satin
finishes. For more information, visit their web site at www.yamaha.com. | 
