Is the Yamaha BB434 worth it?

Yes, for players who want a sturdy passive P/J bass with a stable neck at a mid-range price. The best new price is $505.74 at eBay as of November 4, 2026.

How does the BB434 compare to the BB234?

The BB434 adds a 5-piece maple/mahogany neck with a 6-bolt miter joint and Yamaha's YGD Custom V5 pickups. The BB234 uses simpler construction and standard pickups.

What pickups does the BB434 have?

It has passive Yamaha YGD Custom V5 P/J pickups, controlled by master volume, a pickup balancer and master tone.

What is the scale length and nut width?

It has a 34-inch scale and a 40 mm Graph Tech nut, which is a fairly standard full-size bass feel.

What strings come on the BB434?

It ships with D'Addario steel alloy strings in .045–.100 gauge.

When is the BB434 cheapest?

Prices vary by store and season. The best new price found was $505.74 at eBay as of November 4, 2026, so compare across the 6 stores listing it.

Where is the Yamaha BB434 cheapest?

At eBay, for $505.74, 20% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Yamaha BB434?

6 stores we checked sell it, including Calido Guitars, Sweetwater, Guitar Center, Walmart, Amazon.

Yamaha BB434

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Our take on the Yamaha BB434

The Yamaha BB434 is a 4-string electric bass with a solid alder body, a 5-piece maple/mahogany neck set with a 6-bolt miter joint, and passive Yamaha YGD Custom V5 P/J pickups. It has a 34-inch scale, a 40 mm Graph Tech nut, and a vintage-style bridge with convertible saddles. The best new price is $505.74 at eBay as of November 4, 2026, with 6 stores listing it new.