Ibanez BTB605-TGF
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Ibanez
BTB605-TGF
Product Info
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The BTB605-TGF is a fantastic option for serious players wanting a 5-string with a modern feel and a wide range of tones. Its extended scale and powerful pickups make it ideal for genres like progressive rock, fusion, and heavier styles, while the electronics offer surprising versatility. It’s a well-built, premium-priced instrument that delivers a lot of bang for the buck.
Product Description
- Ibanez BTB605-TGF
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Okoume
- Top: Poplar burl
- 5-Piece neck-thru-body with graphite reinforcement rods: Maple/Jatoba
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- White dot fingerboard inlays
- Fingerboard radius: 400 mm (15.75")
- Scale: 889 mm (35")
- Nut width: 47 mm (1.85")
- Plastic nut
- 24 Medium frets and zero fret
- Pickup: 2 a1 Humbucker (neck and bridge)
- Ibanez Custom electronics with 3-band EQ
- Controls: Volume
- Balancer
- Bass
- Middle
- Treble
- EQ bypass switch (passive tone control on the treble pot)
- 3-Way mid frequency control
- MR5 Bridge
- Ibanez machine heads
- Cosmo black hardware
- Strings: DAddario EXL170-5SL
- Colour: Transparent Gray Flat
PROS
- • Okoume/Poplar burl body offers stunning looks and resonant tone
- • 5-piece Maple/Jatoba neck provides exceptional stability and feel
- • Ibanez Custom electronics deliver versatile tonal shaping and clarity
- • MR5 bridge ensures excellent string spacing and comfortable playing
CONS
- • The extended scale length may be a challenge for smaller hands
- • Poplar burl tops can be prone to minor cosmetic imperfections
- • The D'Addario EXL170-5SL strings are serviceable, but an upgrade is recommended
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Key Features
Body Material
Okoume/Poplar Burl
Neck Material
Maple/Jatoba
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Ibanez Custom A1 Humbuckers
Scale Length
889 mm (35 in)
Frets
24 Medium
Strings
D'Addario EXL170-5SL
Weight
Approximately 11.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Neck-thru designs generally enhance sustain and offer improved upper fret access compared to bolt-on necks, contributing to a smoother playing experience.
The Ibanez Custom electronics are surprisingly versatile; the 3-band EQ and mid-frequency selector allow for a wide range of tones, from clean to aggressive.
The 35 in scale provides more low-end extension and a tighter feel; it’s a bit longer than standard, but manageable with practice and a comfortable setup.
