Best Ibanez Fretless Basses 2025

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Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 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 Jazz For Fusion For World Music For Progressive For Experimental For Session Work

BRANDS: Marcus Miller Harley Benton Sadowsky Warwick Ibanez

Ibanez SRH500F-NNF - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (8 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Ibanez SRH500F-NNF

by Ibanez

Jazz Experimental Fusion

Key Feature:

• Professional jazz sound

✓ PROS

• Professional jazz sound
• Unique fretless character

✗ CONS

• Fingerboard wear over time
• Limited for some musical styles

Ibanez SRH500F-NNFElectric BassFretlessBuild: Semi-hollowTop: SpruceBottom: Okume5-Stripe SRH neck: Jatoba /...

⭐ 4.8/5 (8 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 406069

$824

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Ibanez SRAS7-CBS - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (29 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Ibanez SRAS7-CBS

by Ibanez

Jazz World Music Progressive

Key Feature:

• Professional jazz sound

✓ PROS

• Professional jazz sound
• Smooth, singing sustain

✗ CONS

• May not suit all players
• Limited for some musical styles

Ibanez SRAS7-CBS7-String Electric BassFretted / fretlessBody: OkoumeTop: Burl poplar/ash7-Piece bolt-on neck:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (29 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 557373

$1,506

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Ibanez SRD900F-BTL - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Ibanez SRD900F-BTL

by Ibanez

Session Work Fusion World Music

Key Feature:

• Endless pitch possibilities

✓ PROS

• Unique fretless character
• Endless pitch possibilities

✗ CONS

• Fingerboard wear over time
• Steeper learning curve

Ibanez SRD900F-BTLFretless Electric BassFretlessSR SeriesBody: OkoumeTop: Exotic maple5-Piece bolt-on neck: Maple /...

⭐ 4.7/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 582067

$1,253

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Ibanez SRF705-BBF - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (10 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Ibanez SRF705-BBF

by Ibanez

Experimental Progressive Session Work

Key Feature:

• Endless pitch possibilities

✓ PROS

• Unique fretless character
• Smooth, singing sustain

✗ CONS

• Limited for some musical styles
• Fingerboard wear over time

Ibanez SRF705-BBF5-String Fretless Electric BassBody: Okoume5-Part neck through SRF5 maple/walnutFretboard: Panga...

⭐ 4.4/5 (10 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 333285

$1,187

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Ibanez SDGB1-DMT - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Ibanez SDGB1-DMT

by Ibanez

Fusion World Music Jazz

Key Feature:

• Professional jazz sound

✓ PROS

• Professional jazz sound
• Great for expressive playing

✗ CONS

• Fingerboard wear over time
• Requires precise intonation skills

Ibanez SDGB1-DMTFretless 5-String Electric BassFretlessSteve Di Giorgio (Testament) Signature ModelBody: Okume /...

⭐ 4.4/5 (23 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 578585

$1,733

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Ibanez SRH505F-NNF Bass Workshop - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Ibanez SRH505F-NNF Bass Workshop

by Ibanez

World Music Progressive Session Work

Key Feature:

• Smooth, singing sustain

✓ PROS

• Smooth, singing sustain
• Endless pitch possibilities

✗ CONS

• Requires precise intonation skills
• Limited for some musical styles

Ibanez SRH505F-NNF Bass Workshop5-String Electric BassStyle: Semi-HollowFretlessTop: SpruceBack: Okoume5-Piece neck:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 415442

$897

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Ibanez SRF700-BBF - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Ibanez SRF700-BBF

by Ibanez

Jazz Session Work Progressive

Key Feature:

• Smooth, singing sustain

✓ PROS

• Smooth, singing sustain
• Unique fretless character

✗ CONS

• Limited for some musical styles
• Fingerboard wear over time

Ibanez SRF700-BBFFretless Electric BassFretlessBody: Okume5-Piece neck-thru-body: Maple / WalnutFingerboard: Panga...

⭐ 4.7/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 333286

$1,089

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Ibanez SR370EF-BBT - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (47 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Ibanez SR370EF-BBT

by Ibanez

Fusion World Music Jazz

Key Feature:

• Unique fretless character

✓ PROS

• Smooth, singing sustain
• Endless pitch possibilities

✗ CONS

• Requires precise intonation skills
• Steeper learning curve

Ibanez SR370EF-BBTFretless BassBody: MapleNeck: Maple / WalnutFingerboard: JatobaNut width: 38 mmScale: 864 mm...

⭐ 5.0/5 (47 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 387086

$466

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Ibanez SRD905F-BTL - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (50 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Ibanez SRD905F-BTL

by Ibanez

World Music Experimental Jazz

Key Feature:

• Great for expressive playing

✓ PROS

• Smooth, singing sustain
• Endless pitch possibilities

✗ CONS

• Limited for some musical styles
• Requires precise intonation skills

Ibanez SRD905F-BTLFretless 5-String Electric BassFretlessSR SeriesBody: OkoumeTop: Exotic maple5-Piece bolt-on neck:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (50 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 582062

$1,264

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How to Choose the Best Fretless 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 fretless 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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