Northwest Vintage Guitars presents a great example of the Yamaha Super Bass SB500S is beautiful brown sunburst. These are always well built basses with great tone and this one is no exception. Yamaha is well known for their high quality and innovative instruments. This model was produced from 79-82.
The nut measures 1.73", the 1st fret depth is .88", and 1.02" at the 12th. It's a Flat D carve with moderate shoulders and very accessible. 2V, 1T, and an added thumb rest in the perfect spot. The proprietary S-WX1 pickups really shine and offer excellent dynamics and a wonderful fullness that can fill the room. The clean up into articulate and detailed little thumpers when you open up the tone. 7.63 ohm neck, 7.51 bridge. 80% fret life remains, polished frets, working truss rod, relief is currently set for optimum playability. 9.82 lbs.
This item is a consignment and was previously listed with a typo in the price and shipping. Comes safely packed in the gig bag in the photos.
This item is offered on our website and other online marketing platforms and subject to prior sale.
You can rest assured that your guitar will arrive safely. Every guitar is detuned, the fretboard is protected, the headstock is wrapped, and the guitar is securely fixed inside the case. If a hard case is not included, your guitar will be securely wrapped for shipment. The Aeris packing system keeps it safe inside a new shipping box made for guitars. Our shipments are fully insured and shipped via UPS Ground. We are happy to accommodate other shipping options prior to purchase, so just reach out. We are always able to accommodate will-call pickup for your guitar. Please message us for International Shipping quotes and be sure to include your complete address and preferred carrier for a quick response.
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