Brian18242

@Terry M. Seeing this as a production model would be lovely 😄 and as previously mentioned a run of BB3000 models. Possibly a few more finishes on the current BB line. Would it improve sales? No idea but I guess that's a gamble all Manufacturers take?

I have noticed quite a few bands of late picking up the BB line so the exposure is out there. I'm sure the Stereophonics bass player started using them and Tony Kanal of No Doubt has been using them for years! I know Michael Anthony used them for a long time but seems to have jumped ship to Schecter at some point.

All very good points which I agree with. However, it would be nice if they reissued the BB3000 as they are constantly in demand and would fly off the shelf. Their bass range has always attracted serious players but it does feel like their focus and energy is elsewhere. To your point.

Maybe it's just me but I have always felt Yamaha are a bit on the slow side when it comes to new bass ranges (In comparison to other companies) Take the incredible BB line for example. Fans have been wanting a BB3000 reissue for years and the current BB line is slightly lacking finish options. Sorry, maybe it's just me. Rant over.

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Anyone had a play of one? I love the sparkle finish but have yet to see and actual photo of one.

Anyone had a play of one? I love the sparkle finish but have yet to see and actual photo of one.

Shame. Was hoping it would be 17mm

Does the string spacing feel quite wide?

I really do wish they would release a 5 version without the fanned frets.

These look really nice, with a rather nice finish. Shame this brand doesn't really create much 'noise' in the market place.

These look rather nice! Great specs for the price. No online reviews as yet https://www.musicstore.com/en_GB/GBP/Fame-Custom-JB-4-Black-Paisley/art-BAS0012971-000

The Sadowsky Will Lee Jazz is gorgeous! I had no idea he even played sadowsky basses? I also notice quite a few of his Warwick basses are getting moved on. It will be interesting to see if he starts playing any new basses next year.

@simonlittle Yep, this was my fear. I do wish the Tobias brand was sold on to a company that could make them to a higher standard. From the photos on the Gibson website it does look the killer B is a small step up from the Toby line (Better pickups etc) but certainly not worth the £1300 price tag

I have always wanted a Tobias Killer B4 or Growler 4 but they are near impossible to find at a good used price. I'm very much on the fence about the new range of tobias basses. Do you think they are worth the £1300 price tag? I know Gibson released a promo a few months back but since then I have heard very little fanfare. From the library photos on the Gibson website the build quality looks fairly average for a bass in that price range. What's your thoughts?