Ibanez GSR180-BEM
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Ibanez
GSR180-BEM
Product Info
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The GSR180-BEM is a seriously good deal for beginners or players needing a reliable, budget-friendly bass. That purpleheart fingerboard gives it a unique vibe, and the Dynamix J pickups deliver a surprisingly punchy sound – great for rock, pop, and even some funk. It's a solid starting point with a cool aesthetic.
Product Description
- Ibanez GSR180-BEM
- Electric Bass
- Body: Poplar
- Neck: Bolt-on maple
- Fingerboard: Purpleheart
- White dot fingerboard inlays
- 22 Medium frets
- Plastic nut
- Nut width: 41 mm (1.6")
- Scale: 864 mm (34.02")
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12.01")
- Pickup: 2 Dynamix J (bridge and neck)
- Passive electronics
- 2 x Volume and 1 x tone control
- B10 bridge
- Chrome hardware
- Ibanez machine heads
- Colour: Baltic Blue Metallic
PROS
- • Purpleheart fingerboard offers a unique, snappy feel.
- • Dynamix J pickups provide a surprisingly punchy, versatile tone.
- • Bolt-on neck construction delivers a bright, responsive attack.
- • Baltic Blue Metallic finish is striking and well-executed.
CONS
- • Passive electronics limit tonal shaping options significantly.
- • Poplar body can feel a little 'soft' and resonance is average.
- • Nut width might feel cramped for players with larger hands.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Poplar
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Purpleheart
Pickups
Ibanez Dynamix J
Scale Length
864 mm (34.02 in)
Frets
22 Medium
Strings
Nickel-plated Steel (likely .045-.105 gauge)
Weight
Approximately 8.8 lbs (4 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Purpleheart is denser than rosewood, leading to a brighter, snappier attack and a slightly more articulate low end.
While versatile, the passive pickups might lack the high-output grunt needed for extremely heavy genres; they’re best for rock and lighter styles.
Bolt-on necks often have a more direct feel and a brighter tone, which is a deliberate design choice for this bass, though it may lack some sustain.
