Ibanez BTB1836-NDL

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Ibanez BTB1836-NDL

Ibanez

BTB1836-NDL

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Product Info

Article Number: 509581
Brand: Ibanez
Model: BTB1836-NDL
Price: $1,846.90

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The BTB1836-NDL is a seriously impressive instrument, offering the extended range and powerful tones of a 6-string without sacrificing playability. The Aguilar pickups are a major highlight, delivering clarity and punch for modern genres like progressive rock, fusion, and metal. It's a premium-priced bass that caters to experienced players seeking a versatile and sonically rich experience.

Product Description

  • Ibanez BTB1836-NDL
  • 6-String Electric Bass
  • Body: Ash
  • Top and back: Bubinga
  • 7-Piece neck: Maple / Bubinga / Panga Panga with graphite reinforcement
  • Neck attachment: Neck-thru-body
  • Fretboard: Panga Panga
  • Scale: 889 mm (35")
  • Nut width: 54 mm
  • Frets: 24 Medium stainless steel and zero fret with premium fret edge treatment
  • Pickups: 2 Aguilar DCB humbuckers
  • Electronics: Ibanez Custom with 3-band EQ
  • EQ bypass circuitry
  • 3-Way mid frequency switch
  • Bridge: MR5S
  • Finish: Polyurethane lacquer
  • Colour: Natural matte
  • Includes a gig bag
PROS
  • • Aguilar DCB pickups deliver a focused, articulate, and powerful tone.
  • • Bubinga top/back provides a rich, resonant, and complex sonic character.
  • • Graphite-reinforced neck ensures exceptional stability and resists warping.
  • • Zero fret and premium fret edge treatment contribute to smooth playability and sustain.
CONS
  • • 35-inch scale can be a challenge for players with shorter arms or smaller hands.
  • • The extended scale and dense woods make it a noticeably heavier instrument.
  • • The natural matte finish, while aesthetically pleasing, might show fingerprints easily.

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Key Features

Body Material Ash
Neck Material Maple / Bubinga / Panga Panga
Fingerboard Panga Panga
Pickups 2 Aguilar DCB humbuckers
Scale Length 889 mm (35 in)
Frets 24 Medium stainless steel
Strings N/A - Typically ships with Ibanez SR4605 Strings
Weight Approximately 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The longer scale provides tighter low-end response and increased string tension, which can feel different than a standard 4-string, requiring some adjustment.
Yes, neck-thru construction enhances sustain and resonance, contributing to a fuller, more even tone across all six strings compared to bolt-on designs.
The matte finish minimizes reflections and gives a sophisticated look, but it's more prone to showing fingerprints and may require more frequent cleaning to maintain its appearance.

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