Ibanez BTB605MS-MAM

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Ibanez BTB605MS-MAM

Ibanez

BTB605MS-MAM

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Product Info

Article Number: 606615
Brand: Ibanez
Model: BTB605MS-MAM
Price: $1,373.90

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The BTB605MS-MAM is a seriously impressive instrument, offering a modern, powerful tone and a comfortable neck profile. The extended scale and versatile electronics make it ideal for players exploring slap, fingerstyle, and heavier genres—a great choice for those wanting a premium bass with a unique look and feel.

Product Description

  • Ibanez BTB605MS-MAM
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • Body: Okoume
  • Top: Poplar burl
  • 5-Piece neck-thru-body: Maple / walnut with graphite reinforcement rods
  • Fingerboard: Panga Panga
  • Fingerboard inlays: Abalone dots
  • Fingerboard radius: 400 mm
  • Scale: 864 - 902 mm (35.5" - 34")
  • Frets: 24 (+ zero fret) stainless steel medium
  • Nut width: 47 mm
  • Nut: Plastic
  • Pickups: 2R and 1T humbuckers
  • Preamp: Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ
  • Controls: Volume
  • Gain
  • Bass
  • Middle
  • Treble
  • Switch: EQ bypass switch (passive tone control on the treble pot)
  • 3-Way mid frequency switch
  • Bridge: MR5S
  • Machine heads: Ibanez
  • Hardware: Black
  • Strings: D'Addario NYXL45130 for 37’
  • Colour: Midnight Arctic Ocean Matte
  • Includes hardhsell case
PROS
  • • Okoume/Poplar burl top provides a resonant, attractive aesthetic.
  • • Graphite rods enhance neck stability and resist warping over time.
  • • Ibanez Custom Electronics preamp delivers flexible tonal shaping options.
  • • MR5S bridge offers excellent string stability and sustain transfer.
CONS
  • • The Panga Panga fingerboard can feel quite dense and less familiar.
  • • Weight can be a factor for extended playing sessions, typical of neck-thru designs.
  • • The aesthetic, while striking, might not appeal to those seeking a more traditional look.

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Key Features

Body Material Okoume with Poplar Burl Top
Neck Material Maple / Walnut with Graphite Reinforcement
Fingerboard Panga Panga
Pickups 2R and 1T Humbuckers
Scale Length 864 - 902 mm (34 - 35.5 in)
Frets 24 Stainless Steel Medium
Strings D'Addario NYXL45130
Weight Approximately 11.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The longer scale provides tighter low-end response and increased string tension, which some find easier for complex techniques like slapping.
Yes, matte finishes tend to show fingerprints more readily, but it's easily wiped clean with a soft cloth.
The 3-way switch allows you to tailor the midrange frequencies—a subtle shift for more focused clarity or a broader, warmer tone.

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