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Published on 11/22/11 at 10:39SPECS
Neck Material: 5pc Jatoba/ Bubinga
Neck Type: SR5
Body: Light Ash body
Frets: Medium frets
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Inlay: Abalone oval inlay
Bridge: Accu-Cast B25 bridge
NeckPU: Bartolini® MK1-5-F
BridgePU: Bartolini® MK1-5-R
EQ: EQB-IIIS
HW Color: Black Flat
Finishes: NTF, WNF
Scale/Length 864mm/34"
a: Width at Nut 45mm
b: Width Last Fret 67mm
c: Thickness 1st Fret 19.5mm
d: Thickness 12th Fret 21.5mm
Radius 305mm
PICKUPS
Bridge Pickup
Name: BARTOLINI® MK1
Model No: MK1-5-R
Construction: Humbucking/Passive
Magnet: Ceramic
Description: Five string version of MK1-4-R. High output with well balanced tone.
Neck Pickup
Name: BARTOLINI® MK1
Model No: MK1-5-F
Construction: Humbucking/Passive
Magnet: Ceramic
Description: Five string version of MK1-4-F. High output with well balanced tone.
UTILIZATION
I really cannot rave enough about Ibanez Soundgear series basses. This model in particular is a great example of a 5 string that won't break the bank, yet offers a lot of high pro-grade features. The playability, balance, and feel of the bass is top-notch. I can do whatever slap, pick, finger, or tapping techniques I need to do. The workmanship is also excellent for this price range.
SOUNDS
The Bartolinis, mixed with the electronics, offer a huge variety of tones to choose from. I cannot imagine needing any kind of raw bass tone that this particular bass could not provide - it'll do anything, from metal to country, jazz to hip-hop, and everything in between. The 3 band EQ plus mid-frequency switch allows me to make this bass sound like whatever I hear in my head.
OVERALL OPINION
I'm giving this perfect tens for the price point. No matter what style one plays, this bass could be a perfect addition to the bass rig. The low B is very tight and doesn't sound flabby, and the SR605 overall looks fantastic, feels fantastic, plays fantastic, and sounds fantastic. It IS fantastic! Enough said!
Neck Material: 5pc Jatoba/ Bubinga
Neck Type: SR5
Body: Light Ash body
Frets: Medium frets
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Inlay: Abalone oval inlay
Bridge: Accu-Cast B25 bridge
NeckPU: Bartolini® MK1-5-F
BridgePU: Bartolini® MK1-5-R
EQ: EQB-IIIS
HW Color: Black Flat
Finishes: NTF, WNF
Scale/Length 864mm/34"
a: Width at Nut 45mm
b: Width Last Fret 67mm
c: Thickness 1st Fret 19.5mm
d: Thickness 12th Fret 21.5mm
Radius 305mm
PICKUPS
Bridge Pickup
Name: BARTOLINI® MK1
Model No: MK1-5-R
Construction: Humbucking/Passive
Magnet: Ceramic
Description: Five string version of MK1-4-R. High output with well balanced tone.
Neck Pickup
Name: BARTOLINI® MK1
Model No: MK1-5-F
Construction: Humbucking/Passive
Magnet: Ceramic
Description: Five string version of MK1-4-F. High output with well balanced tone.
UTILIZATION
I really cannot rave enough about Ibanez Soundgear series basses. This model in particular is a great example of a 5 string that won't break the bank, yet offers a lot of high pro-grade features. The playability, balance, and feel of the bass is top-notch. I can do whatever slap, pick, finger, or tapping techniques I need to do. The workmanship is also excellent for this price range.
SOUNDS
The Bartolinis, mixed with the electronics, offer a huge variety of tones to choose from. I cannot imagine needing any kind of raw bass tone that this particular bass could not provide - it'll do anything, from metal to country, jazz to hip-hop, and everything in between. The 3 band EQ plus mid-frequency switch allows me to make this bass sound like whatever I hear in my head.
OVERALL OPINION
I'm giving this perfect tens for the price point. No matter what style one plays, this bass could be a perfect addition to the bass rig. The low B is very tight and doesn't sound flabby, and the SR605 overall looks fantastic, feels fantastic, plays fantastic, and sounds fantastic. It IS fantastic! Enough said!