Markbass Mb Yellow Jb
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The essentials to know about the MB YELLOW JB bass
The essentials to know about the MB YELLOW JB bass
- Immediate comfort: slim neck and tapered nut, ideal for playing fast passages without fatigue.
- JB versatility: 2 single-coil pickups to switch from a round, warm sound to sharper attacks.
- Comfortable in fingerstyle and slap: perfect for Pop, Rock, Soul, and Funk.
- Ready to play: comes with a gig bag and strap.
Manufacturer Information
Markbass
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A "JB" style bass: a classic revisited for everyday use
With its format inspired by the great "JB Style" references, the MB YELLOW JB relies on a timeless recipe: an ergonomic body, a fast neck, and two single-coil pickups. The result: an easy-to-handle bass designed to cover a wide repertoire and fit naturally both in a band and at home.
For whom, and for which styles?
The MB YELLOW JB is aimed at beginner to intermediate bassists who want a simple, effective, and versatile bass. Its long 34-inch scale provides a familiar feel and good note sustain, while the passive electronics allow you to quickly find a musical tone. It suits styles requiring groove and definition: Funk, Soul, Pop, Rock, as well as any context alternating fingerstyle and slap playing.
The sound
The two single-coil pickups configuration offers a clear and dynamic palette. The neck pickup favors round lows and a warm foundation, while the bridge pickup adds more precision, mids, and attack. Thanks to the 2 volume + 1 tone controls, you can easily blend the two pickups to switch from a soft, mellow sound to a sharper register, perfect for slap and lines that need to "cut through" the mix. The passive electronics maintain a natural and responsive touch.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | SS | Body | Poplar |
| Left handed | No | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Strings | Steel | Electronics | Passive |
| Nbr of strings | 4 | Color | Yellow |
| Fingerboard | Laurel | Finishing | Glossy |
| Nbrs of frets | 20 | Hardware | Chromed |
| Type | JB Style | Nut | tapered |
| Wood | poplar | Pickups | 2 single-coil pickups |
| Key | laurel | Controls | 2x volume, 1x tone |
| Scale length | 34" / 864 mm | Preamp | no |
| Frets | 20 | Included accessories | gig bag and strap |
| Profile | slim neck | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Markbass MB Yellow JB suitable for beginners on bass?
With its slim neck and long 34 inch (864 mm) scale length, this model is aimed at beginner to intermediate bass players. The 20 frets and fixed bridge complete a classic playing setup.
What sound do the two single-coil pickups on this bass provide?
The two single-coil pickups allow blending of warm lows from the neck pickup with tighter attack from the bridge pickup. The two volume controls adjust the balance of each pickup. The tone control then adjusts the overall brightness of the sound.
Is the MB Yellow JB active?
The electronics are passive and do not include a preamp.
What wood is the body and fingerboard made of?
The body is made of poplar, while the fingerboard is laurel. The bass has a glossy yellow finish with chrome hardware.
Is it available in a left-handed version?
This bass is only listed as a right-handed version. It is equipped with four steel strings.
