Yamaha SLB-300 Silent electric upright bass

The SLB-300 Silent Bass™ employs SRT Powered System technology to deliver acoustic instrument sound and response that is virtually indistinguishable from the real thing, all the while keeping a semi-solid body structure that emphasizes quietness and portability.

The Yamaha SRT (Studio Response Technology) Powered System is a digital technology that employs in-depth analysis of the acoustic properties of actual musical instruments to add natural-sounding body resonance in real time to instruments such as the Silent Bass™ that do not have a physical resonant body.

This system adds simulated body resonance to the analog signal output from the instrument’s pickup so that the performer’s own playing technique and nuances are delivered without compromise. No sampling or sample playback is involved.

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

The SRT Powered System is used to simulate the response of three well-known and prized studio microphones. The microphones can be selected via the MIC TYPE selector, and the sound adjusted via the BLEND and BASS/TREBLE controls to ideally match a wide range of musical genres, ensembles, performance locations, and more.

Three Microphone Types

1. Rich : A highly valued vintage tube microphone that delivers smooth, well-balanced sound.
2. Simple : A dynamic microphone that is often used for its clear, well-defined sound.
3. Warm : With a different tube microphone character than number 1, this classic microphone is known for a more emphasized low range and overall warmth.

The BLEND control adjusts the mix between the simulated microphone signal and the signal from the instrument's pickup. This allows you to select how much of the selected microphone you want in your sound.

The BASS and TREBLE EQ controls are optimized specifically for this instrument, allowing tonal response to be matched to a wide range of performance situations.

Designed to require no change from standard acoustic bass technique

The SLB-300 exterior design is inherited from the SLB200. A compact, simplified shape does away with nonessential mass and volume. An acoustic bass-shaped frame and a center of gravity designed to minimize rotation further enhance playability. The bridge, fingerboard, neck and other critical parts are in positions that require no change in hold or playing technique from traditional acoustic basses.

The SLB-300 also uses standard contrabass strings, so the player can choose the strings they prefer.

Antique style finish with consistent frame and body color for a natural wood feel

The body and frame feature an antique style finish that emphasizes the qualities of the wood and exudes a natural elegance. The finish will look and feel familiar to acoustic upright players and similar to an acoustic instrument, each Silent Bass has unique wood patterning, making no two alike.

Supplied soft case for easy transportation

When packed in its dedicated soft case, the SLB300 takes up approximately 25% of the volume of an acoustic bass.

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