The Score Magazine February 2019 issue | Page 29

NECK & HEAD DESIGN Neck Joint Neck Nut Headstock TRBX uses a precision fitted bolt-on neck joint for maximum adjustability and clear, punchy tone. Developed through hundreds of hours of play-testing, the refined neck joint shape perfectly balances strength, vibration transfer and upper-fret access. TRBX’s neck design combines a fast, ultra-comfortable profile with 5-ply maple/mahogany laminated construction for outstanding stability and excellent tone. 38mm (4-string) or 43mm (5-string) nut widths give fast, comfortable playability for any style. Straight-run stringing from nut to machinehead eliminates lateraltension, providing superior tuning stability and reducing overtones. CONTROLS 3-band active EQ (TRBX500) TRBX500 models feature an audiophilegrade active/passive circuit for fine tonal control and extreme flexibility. The advanced design offers a level-matched output whether in passive or active mode and tone-switching circuitry that seamlessly moves from 3-band active EQ to master passive tone. High-quality gold plated parts are used for key signal chain contacts, providing increased conductivity and reliability. Pickups (TRBX300) Controls (TRBX500) Yamaha’s M3 pickups feature oversized polepieces and ceramic magnets for a clear, powerful tone with incredible definition and depth. The hum-cancelling design ensures your performance is clean and noise-free while the integral thumbrest provides unrivalled playability. (1) Master Volume (4) Middle (2) Pickup Balancer (5) Treble/Tone (Passive) (3) Bass (6) Active/Passive switch