Ibanez GSRM20-SLB
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Ibanez
GSRM20-SLB
Product Info
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The GSRM20-SLB is a fantastic entry-level short-scale bass, perfect for beginners or players seeking a compact and comfortable instrument. The J/P pickup configuration provides a wide range of tones, from warm and mellow to punchy and aggressive. It's a great option for those wanting a solid-sounding bass without a premium-priced investment.
Product Description
- Ibanez GSR20-SLB
- Electric Bass
- miKro series
- Body: Poplar
- Neck: Bolt-on maple
- Fingerboard: Jatoba
- Neck profile: GSRM4
- Fingerboard inlays: White dot
- Scale: 726 mm (28.58"
- short scale)
- Fingerboard radius: 305mm (12.01")
- Nut width: 38 mm (1.5")
- Plastic nut
- 22 Medium frets
- Pickups: 1 Standard J (bridge) and 1 standard P (neck)
- B10 bridge
- Ibanez machine heads
- Chrome hardware
- Strings: .045 - .105
- Colour: Starlight Blue
PROS
- • Jatoba fingerboard offers a surprisingly snappy feel.
- • Short scale makes it exceptionally comfortable for smaller hands.
- • Standard J/P pickup combo delivers a versatile, classic tone.
- • Bolt-on neck provides a bright, responsive attack.
CONS
- • Poplar body can feel a little less resonant than mahogany or ash.
- • Plastic nut can contribute to tuning instability; a worthwhile upgrade.
- • Standard pickups lack the nuance of higher-end models.
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Key Features
Body Material
Poplar
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Jatoba
Pickups
Standard J (bridge) & Standard P (neck)
Scale Length
726 mm (28.58 in)
Frets
22 Medium
Strings
.045 - .105
Weight
Approximately 8.8 lbs (3.95 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The shorter scale makes it easier to reach notes and requires less finger stretch, making it ideal for younger players or those with smaller hands – it’s very forgiving.
They're perfectly serviceable for recording, delivering a usable tone, but upgrading the pickups can significantly improve clarity and articulation for more demanding studio work.
The GSRM4 is a slim, comfortable profile, thinner than many traditional C shapes, offering fast and easy playing, especially beneficial for those used to guitars.
