The Yamaha TRBX174 Black Electric Bass Guitar is one of the best entry-level 4-string bass guitars. It offers excellent build quality, comfortable playability, and the reliability Yamaha is known for.

Key Specifications

• Type: 4-string Electric Bass
• Body: Mahogany (some production runs may use alder depending on region)
• Neck: Maple (Bolt-on)
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Scale Length: 34" (Long Scale)
• Frets: 24 Medium
• Pickups: PJ Configuration
  • Split Single-Coil (P)
  • Single-Coil (J)
• Controls:
  • Neck Pickup Volume
  • Bridge Pickup Volume
  • Master Tone
• Bridge: Vintage Style
• Finish: Gloss Black
• Electronics: Passive (no battery required)

Sound

• Warm, punchy low-end from the P pickup.
• Bright, articulate tone from the J pickup.
• Suitable for:
  • Rock
  • Pop
  • Blues
  • Funk
  • Gospel
  • Metal
  • Jazz

Pros

• Excellent value for money.
• Comfortable neck for beginners.
• Reliable Yamaha craftsmanship.
• Versatile PJ pickup configuration.
• Good tuning stability.
• Easy to upgrade in the future.

Cons

• Passive electronics only (no onboard EQ).
• Basic hardware compared to higher-end TRBX models.
• No gig bag or amplifier included.

Ideal For

• Beginners
• Intermediate players
• Home practice
• Music school
• Live performances and recording on a budget