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Best Ibanez 5-String Basses 2025

Premium Ibanez 5-string basses - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: November 19, 2025 • Next update: November 26, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Extended Range For Unique Designs For Experimental Music For Custom Features For Alternative Styles For Professional Use
BRANDS: Sadowsky Ibanez Warwick Marcus Miller Yamaha Harley Benton Sterling by Music Man Spector Lakland Music Man Sandberg Cort Fodera Marleaux
Ibanez SR6605-GFB Prestige - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Ibanez SR6605-GFB Prestige

by Ibanez
Custom Features Unique Designs Alternative Styles
Key Feature:
• Perfect for contemporary music styles
✓ PROS
  • • Extended low-end range with low B string
  • • Professional versatility
✗ CONS
  • • Higher learning curve vs 4-string
  • • May need specialized strings and setup

Ibanez SR6605-GFB Prestige5-String Electric BassBody: MahoganyTop: Burled mapleNekc-thru-body: MapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 606648
$3,629
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Ibanez SRD905-CTL - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Ibanez SRD905-CTL

by Ibanez
Unique Designs Experimental Music Alternative Styles
Key Feature:
• Professional versatility
✓ PROS
  • • Extended low-end range with low B string
  • • Modern extended range capabilities
✗ CONS
  • • String spacing may feel cramped
  • • Higher learning curve vs 4-string

Ibanez SRD905-CTL5-String Electric BassBody: OkoumeTop: Exotic mapleBolt-on 5-Piece neck: Maple/WalnutFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 606604
$1,319
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Ibanez SR305E-DOT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Ibanez SR305E-DOT

by Ibanez
Professional Use Unique Designs Experimental Music
Key Feature:
• Professional versatility
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile pickup configurations available
  • • Modern extended range capabilities
✗ CONS
  • • More complex muting techniques required
  • • May need specialized strings and setup

Ibanez SR305E-DOT5-String Electric BassBody: NyatohBolt-on 5-Piece neck: Maple/WalnutFingerboard: JatobaWhite dot...

⭐ 4.8/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 606651
$483
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Ibanez GSR205PC-TMU Gio - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Ibanez GSR205PC-TMU Gio

by Ibanez
Unique Designs Professional Use Custom Features
Key Feature:
• Perfect for contemporary music styles
✓ PROS
  • • Extended low-end range with low B string
  • • Perfect for contemporary music styles
✗ CONS
  • • More complex muting techniques required
  • • String spacing may feel cramped

Ibanez GSR205PC-TMU Gio5-String Electric BassBody: OkoumeTop: Okoume with PB Canvas Art GrainBolt-on neck:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (35 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 620881
$417
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Ibanez SR305EDX-CZM - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Ibanez SR305EDX-CZM

by Ibanez
Custom Features Unique Designs Experimental Music
Key Feature:
• Modern extended range capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Professional versatility
  • • Versatile pickup configurations available
✗ CONS
  • • Wider neck requires adjustment
  • • Higher learning curve vs 4-string

Ibanez SR305EDX-CZM5ßString Electric BassSR SeriesBody: Nyatoh5-Piece bolt-on neck: Maple / WalnutFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 581829
$571
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Ibanez SR1355B-DUF - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Ibanez SR1355B-DUF

by Ibanez
Professional Use Unique Designs Extended Range
Key Feature:
• Versatile pickup configurations available
✓ PROS
  • • Perfect for contemporary music styles
  • • Versatile pickup configurations available
✗ CONS
  • • May need specialized strings and setup
  • • Wider neck requires adjustment

Ibanez SR1355B-DUF5-String Electric BassBody: African mahoganyTop: walnut/panga panga/maple5-strip bolt-on neck: Panga...

⭐ 4.9/5 (36 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 557321
$1,627
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Ibanez SR305EDX-WZM - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Ibanez SR305EDX-WZM

by Ibanez
Experimental Music Extended Range Professional Use
Key Feature:
• Professional versatility
✓ PROS
  • • Extended low-end range with low B string
  • • Professional versatility
✗ CONS
  • • More complex muting techniques required
  • • Wider neck requires adjustment

Ibanez SR305EDX-WZM5-String Electric BassBody: NyatohBolt-on 5-Piece neck: Maple/WalnutFingerboard: JatobaWhite dot...

⭐ 4.7/5 (20 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 606646
$582
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Ibanez TMB425B-BKF - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Ibanez TMB425B-BKF

by Ibanez
Alternative Styles Experimental Music Professional Use
Key Feature:
• Modern extended range capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Modern extended range capabilities
  • • Perfect for contemporary music styles
✗ CONS
  • • May need specialized strings and setup
  • • String spacing may feel cramped

Ibanez TMB425B-BKF5-String Electric BassBody: OkoumeBolt-on neck: Roasted mapleFingerboard: EbonolFingerboard radius:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 606839
$494
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Ibanez SR605E-CTF - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Ibanez SR605E-CTF

by Ibanez
Custom Features Experimental Music Alternative Styles
Key Feature:
• Extended low-end range with low B string
✓ PROS
  • • Professional versatility
  • • Modern extended range capabilities
✗ CONS
  • • Wider neck requires adjustment
  • • More complex muting techniques required

Ibanez SR605E-CTF5-String Electric BassBody: Ash5-Piece neck: jatoba/walnutFretboard: Rosewood24 Medium fretsFretboard...

⭐ 4.7/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 510171
$978
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Ibanez SR305EB-WNF - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Ibanez SR305EB-WNF

by Ibanez
Extended Range Custom Features Unique Designs
Key Feature:
• Modern extended range capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Extended low-end range with low B string
  • • Professional versatility
✗ CONS
  • • More complex muting techniques required
  • • Higher learning curve vs 4-string

Ibanez SR305EB-WNF5-String Electric BassBody: NyatohBolt-on 5-Piece neck: Maple/WalnutFingerboard: JatobaWhite dot...

⭐ 4.4/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 606656
$483
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez SR5FMDX2-NTL - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Ibanez SR5FMDX2-NTL

by Ibanez
Custom Features Experimental Music Alternative Styles
Key Feature:
• Modern extended range capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Perfect for contemporary music styles
  • • Modern extended range capabilities
✗ CONS
  • • Wider neck requires adjustment
  • • Higher learning curve vs 4-string

Ibanez SR5FMDX2-NTL5-String Electric BassBody: African mahogany5-Piece bolt-on neck: Panga Panga /...

⭐ 4.5/5 (14 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 557371
$1,814
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Ibanez EHB1505MS-BIF - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Ibanez EHB1505MS-BIF

by Ibanez
Extended Range Custom Features Experimental Music
Key Feature:
• Modern extended range capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Professional versatility
  • • Versatile pickup configurations available
✗ CONS
  • • String spacing may feel cramped
  • • Higher learning curve vs 4-string

Ibanez EHB1505MS-BIF5-String Multiscale Electric BassBody: MahoganyTop: Burl poplarBolt-on neck: Panga Panga /...

⭐ 4.7/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 557381
$1,759
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Ibanez SR1425B-CGL - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Ibanez SR1425B-CGL

by Ibanez
Experimental Music Extended Range Alternative Styles
Key Feature:
• Extended low-end range with low B string
✓ PROS
  • • Perfect for contemporary music styles
  • • Modern extended range capabilities
✗ CONS
  • • String spacing may feel cramped
  • • Higher learning curve vs 4-string

Ibanez SR1425B-CGL5-String Electric BassSR SeriesBody: African mahoganyTop: Flamed maple5-Piece Bolt-on neck: Panga...

⭐ 4.9/5 (26 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 581984
$1,638
Buy at Thomann View Details
Ibanez SR505E-BAB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Ibanez SR505E-BAB

by Ibanez
Alternative Styles Custom Features Extended Range
Key Feature:
• Professional versatility
✓ PROS
  • • Modern extended range capabilities
  • • Extended low-end range with low B string
✗ CONS
  • • Wider neck requires adjustment
  • • Higher learning curve vs 4-string

Ibanez SR505E-BAB5-String Electric BassBody: Okoume5-Piece bolt-on neck: Jatoba / walnutFingerboard: RosewoodAbalone...

⭐ 4.7/5 (22 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 557347
$879
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Ibanez GSR205B-WK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Ibanez GSR205B-WK

by Ibanez
Professional Use Experimental Music Unique Designs
Key Feature:
• Professional versatility
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile pickup configurations available
  • • Professional versatility
✗ CONS
  • • More complex muting techniques required
  • • Wider neck requires adjustment

Ibanez GSR205B-WK5-String Electric BassBody: NyatohBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: JatobaWhite dot fingerboard...

⭐ 5.0/5 (5 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 438934
$343
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How to Choose the Best 5-String Basses

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced 5-string basses typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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