Ibanez GSR186-PW

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Ibanez GSR186-PW

Ibanez

GSR186-PW

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 620890
Brand: Ibanez
Model: GSR186-PW
Price: $328.90

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The GSR186-PW is a solid option for players looking to expand their sonic palette with a 6-string, especially those drawn to heavier rock and modern tones. It’s a budget-friendly way to get into the 6-string world, offering Ibanez’s characteristic playability and a surprisingly good sound. Great for gigging musicians or someone wanting to experiment with extended range without a premium price tag.

Product Description

  • Ibanez GSR186-PW
  • 6-String Electric Bass
  • Body: Okoume
  • Neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Purpleheart
  • Neck profile: GSR6
  • Fingerboard radius: 400 mm
  • Scale: 864 mm (34")
  • Nut width: 54 mm
  • 22 medium frets
  • Pickups: 2 Dynamix H Humbucker
  • 2 volume and 1 tone control
  • Passive electronics
  • B10 bridge with 16.5 mm string spacing
  • Colour: Pearl White
PROS
  • • Okoume body provides a balanced, resonant tone with surprising sustain.
  • • Purpleheart fingerboard offers a smooth playing experience and a unique aesthetic.
  • • Dynamix humbuckers deliver a thick, punchy sound suitable for rock and modern genres.
  • • GSR6 neck profile is comfortable and familiar for Ibanez players, enabling fast playing.
CONS
  • • Passive electronics limit tonal flexibility compared to active basses.
  • • Okoume can be prone to finish checking with temperature and humidity changes.
  • • The wide nut width (54mm) might feel cramped for players with larger hands.

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Key Features

Body Material Okoume
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Purpleheart
Pickups Dynamix H Humbucker
Scale Length 864 mm (34")
Frets 22 Medium
Strings Steel (likely .045 - .130 gauge, but not explicitly stated)
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) – estimate based on similar Ibanez models

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Dynamix pickups offer a good, punchy tone, but lack the nuanced clarity and articulation of Ibanez’s higher-end offerings – a trade-off for affordability.
Purpleheart is relatively hard, but like any dark fingerboard, it can show wear over time, especially with lighter gauge strings and aggressive playing.
The longer scale length provides tighter low-end response and a bit more string tension compared to a shorter scale, which some players find preferable for extended range.

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