GreeneKing Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 When I ordered my BB2024 I was surprised to be asked if I wanted a maple or a rosewood fingerboard. I thought that rosewood was the only option. I chose maple because I could and I'm glad I did. I'm not aware of another. Are you? Oh it certainly equals all the hype btw Peter [url="http://peterb4407.smugmug.com/Other/SmugShots/20297576_MJZnTm#!i=1861702876&k=6HF8pHZ&lb=1&s=A"][/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-soar Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 Lovely, lovely, lovely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluRay Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 That looks stunning. I've never seen another with a maple board. I've recently picked up a 2024 - and honestly cant believe how good it sounds. I've spent ages (and ££££) trying to get THAT sound from other basses - but the yammy just knows what to do. My bandmates are blown away by it too. I got the rosewood one which was the only one on offer (and, lucklily, I would have chosen anyway cos I personally prefer dark boards). Enjoy the new bass! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nottswarwick Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 Why can't I afford one of these. I'd love a 2025x. Btw, I watched ed bass whisperers review and he goes on about a noisy humming bridge pup. Is this an issue? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingus Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 [quote name='GreeneKing' timestamp='1358535554' post='1941143'] When I ordered my BB2024 I was surprised to be asked if I wanted a maple or a rosewood fingerboard. I thought that rosewood was the only option. I chose maple because I could and I'm glad I did. I'm not aware of another. Are you? Oh it certainly equals all the hype btw Peter [url="http://peterb4407.smugmug.com/Other/SmugShots/20297576_MJZnTm#!i=1861702876&k=6HF8pHZ&lb=1&s=A"][/url] [/quote] I love this bass ! Really rare and rather special . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingus Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 (edited) [quote name='GreeneKing' timestamp='1358535554' post='1941143'] When I ordered my BB2024 I was surprised to be asked if I wanted a maple or a rosewood fingerboard. I thought that rosewood was the only option. I chose maple because I could and I'm glad I did. I'm not aware of another. Are you? Oh it certainly equals all the hype btw Peter [url="http://peterb4407.smugmug.com/Other/SmugShots/20297576_MJZnTm#!i=1861702876&k=6HF8pHZ&lb=1&s=A"][/url] [/quote] On the question of whether this is the only one , it's conceivable that Yamaha did a special run with maple boards and that some were sent to Europe for display at the Musicmesse in Frankfurt last spring that were then made available to the public . Pure speculation on my part though , I have no real idea if that is the case . What I do know with certainty is that If that bass was mine I would keep it for the rest of my life . Edited January 18, 2013 by Dingus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noelk27 Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 (edited) [quote name='Dingus' timestamp='1358536977' post='1941182']On the question of whether this is the only one , it's conceivable that Yamaha did a special run with maple boards and that some were sent to Europe for display at the Musicmesse in Frankfurt last spring that were then made available to the public . Pure speculation on my part though , I have no real idea if that is the case .[/quote] No, maple and ebony touchboards are special order. I've got a ebony fretless due in April. Also giving thought to a sunburst/maple fretted. Edited January 18, 2013 by noelk27 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 [quote name='noelk27' timestamp='1358537402' post='1941195'] No, maple and ebony touchboards are special order. I've got a ebony fretless due in April. Also giving thought to a sunburst/maple fretted. [/quote] Can't wait for the pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
risingson Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 Showoff! Really nice, I love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingus Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 [quote name='Sean' timestamp='1358538075' post='1941209'] Can't wait for the pics. [/quote] Me too . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingus Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 [quote name='noelk27' timestamp='1358537402' post='1941195'] No, maple and ebony touchboards are special order. I've got a ebony fretless due in April. Also giving thought to a sunburst/maple fretted. [/quote] Fair enough . I only mention it because I have seen one or two one-off specials from Yamaha at trade shows in the past . May I ask how long you had to wait for your special order from Japan ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 Everyone knows I love these Super BBs and Peter's the daddy of them all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreeneKing Posted January 18, 2013 Author Share Posted January 18, 2013 I'm really not trying to show off Thanks re the special order info. Mine must have been suplus. I paid the usual price. A 2025 with ebony? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neepheid Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 [quote name='GreeneKing' timestamp='1358539499' post='1941241'] I'm really not trying to show off Thanks re the special order info. Mine must have been suplus. I paid the usual price. A 2025 with ebony? [/quote] Is it coming to Moffat? Would be nice to try another BB, never tried one of the top models. I will have one with me from the impoverished (and undead) side of the family, a resurrected BB450 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannybuoy Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 A black BB2025X with ebony would be my dream bass. Best start saving! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzz Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 The first time I tried one of these at Bass Direct, probably a couple of years ago now, I said "It'd be my perfect bass if only they did one with a maple board." Apart from a James Lomenzo example, I couldn't find one anywhere. I stand by my original comment, they are fantastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 Love that combination Pete, looks really special. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluRay Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 [quote name='nottswarwick' timestamp='1358536405' post='1941171'] Why can't I afford one of these. I'd love a 2025x. Btw, I watched ed bass whisperers review and he goes on about a noisy humming bridge pup. Is this an issue? [/quote] The J pup (soloed) does have a slight hum. Its a bit odd that its there - but its not really an issue as you can't hear it when you actually play anything. And the best sounds are from the P/J or P soled anyway. Its nothing really. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingus Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 I too can confirm that these basses are everything they are cracked up to be and then a bit more besides . The build quality is as good as it gets at any price , and the sound is unique- full , rich and powerful . These basses are a bit of a bargain in my book , because to get anything this kind of quality from one of the so -called boutique builders you would pay prices well in excess of what these Yamahas retail for in the U.K . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannybuoy Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 It only hums as much as a normal Jazz bass. Never did Jaco any harm! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alyctes Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 (edited) [quote name='neepheid' timestamp='1358582417' post='1941596'] I will have one with me from the impoverished (and undead) side of the family, a resurrected BB450 [/quote] Is that the one I gave to Roland Rock? I'd be pleased to know it's back together, and glad someone could do something with it. Edited January 19, 2013 by alyctes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neepheid Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 [quote name='alyctes' timestamp='1358605434' post='1942079'] Is that the one I gave to Roland Rock? I'd be pleased to know it's back together, and glad someone could do something with it. [/quote] Yeah, it's back in service, here are some pics: http://basschat.co.uk/topic/105826-yamaha-appreciation-thread/page__view__findpost__p__1836568 It's even better now, it's got the proper tuners and knobs on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreeneKing Posted January 20, 2013 Author Share Posted January 20, 2013 [quote name='neepheid' timestamp='1358582417' post='1941596'] Is it coming to Moffat? Would be nice to try another BB, never tried one of the top models. I will have one with me from the impoverished (and undead) side of the family, a resurrected BB450 [/quote] Indeed it is Matt and you can give it a thrash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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