The Yamaha SLB300 silent electric bass is a brand-new type of electric upright bass that achieves natural sound and resonance by using the SRT POWERED system to simulate studio-quality sound in which the body resonance of a double bass was recorded using a high-quality microphone, all the while keeping a semi-solid body structure that emphasizes quietness and portability.

Since the release of the SLB100 in 2000, Yamaha has continued to release SILENT Bass™ models that fulfill user needs, cementing the Yamaha SILENT Bass™  as the standout brand in the electric upright bass genre.

The SLB300 delivers realistic acoustic bass sound and playability plus unparalleled SILENT Bass™  functionality in a superb instrument that will bring the SILENT Bass™  to more players and listeners than ever before.

Specifications:

• Size - String Length 1,040mm (41")
• Neck - Maple
• Body - Spruce/Mahogany
• Frame - Beech (Detachable)
• Finger Board - Rosewood
• Machine Head - 26:1 Gear Ratio
• Tailpiece - Ebony (Reverse Type)
• Bridge - Maple (Height Adjustable)
• Pickup – Piezo Pickup
• Strings - D'Addario Helicore Hybrid Light
• Electric Controls - Volume control knob, Treble control knob,Bass control knob / Bypass button, Blend control knob Microphone type switchbutton
• In/Out Jacks - Line Out
• Power Supply - AA battery (alkali or nickel hydrogen) x2
• Battery Life Alkaline- Approx. 32 hours
• Battery Life Nickelhydrogen - Approx. 26 hours
• Weight - Approx. 6.8 kg (15 lbs.)
• Accessories - Soft case, Mute, Allen wrench

Features:

Body Designed for Pure Acoustic Tone                                                                       

SRT Powered System adds realistic body resonance    

Three microphone types, EQ, and blend control deliver ideal sound                     

                          

                    

*Due to current shipping and freight delays from the manufacturer, these basses are available for preorder.  Please contact Violin Outlet to confirm the current wait time once an order is placed.