■ About this bass This is a model from the BB series, which has seen numerous models sold from 1977 to the present. It was sold during a relatively early period (according to the catalogs of the time, from around 1982 to 1984). Although it's an instrument that has aged over the years, its playability is still solid. The neck is straight, and the frets have plenty of life left. It produces a nice, thick sound that's enjoyable to play.