Yamaha MB-III — Guitar Resale Value
Bass GuitarsWhat a used Yamaha MB-III sells for on Reverb (median of 2 recent listings).
Yamaha MB-III value — Used $599.99. Prices updated August 2026.
Live on eBay right now
Expired listings — price reference
YAMAHA MB-III Used Basswood Body Maple Neck Rosewood Fingerboard White
YAMAHA MB-III PJ Used Basswood body Maple neck Rosewood fingerboard w/Gig case
YAMAHA MB-III Used Basswood Body Rosewood Fingerboard Black w/Soft Case
YAMAHA MB-III Used Basswood body Maple neck Rosewood fingerboard w/Gig case
YAMAHA MB-IIIR Used Alder body Maple neck Rosewood fingerboard Red w/Gig caseeBay removes ended listings after ~90 days — we keep the prices. Look up finds current listings for the same item.
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Item details
- Brand
- Yamaha
- Make
- Yamaha
- Model
- MB-III
- Year
- 1996
- Finishes seen
- Black, Black gloss
- Used range
- $399.99 – $599.99
- Sample size
- 2 listings
Yamaha MB-III resale value
The used Yamaha MB-III has a median Reverb asking price of $599.99, ranging from $399.99 to $599.99 across 2 current listings.
What drives the price
For a used bass, year, finish, originality (no mods/refins), and case move the price most. Vintage and limited runs command a premium; player-grade and modified examples sell for less.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Used | $599.99 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $241.99 / $428.99 / $1,298 | 7 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 5, 2026, 7 live eBay listings ask $241.99–$1,297.99 (median $428.99). Asking prices sit about 29% below the typical sold value of $599.99 — a window worth checking for buyers.
Frequently asked questions
- What finishes is the Yamaha MB-III available in?
- This model has been seen in Black and Black gloss finishes.
- What is the typical resale price range for this bass?
- Used Yamaha MB-III basses range from $399.99 to $599.99.
- Is the Yamaha MB-III a rare find?
- Based on current listings, there are 2 listings available for this 1996 model.
