Ibanez SR305E-DOT
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Ibanez
SR305E-DOT
Product Info
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The SR305E-DOT is a solid 5-string bass offering a surprising amount of punch and versatility for the price. The Jatoba fingerboard feels smooth, and the PowerSpan pickups handle a wide range of genres well. It’s a fantastic option for gigging musicians or players looking for a workhorse bass without the premium price tag.
Product Description
- Ibanez SR305E-DOT
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Nyatoh
- Bolt-on 5-Piece neck: Maple/Walnut
- Fingerboard: Jatoba
- White dot fingerboard inlays
- Fingerboard: 305 mm (12")
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 45 mm (1.77")
- Plastic nut
- 24 Medium frets
- Pickups: 2 PowerSpan Dual Coil Humbuckers( bridge and neck)
- Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-Band EQ
- Controls: Volume
- Balancer
- Bass
- Middle
- Treble
- 3-Way Power Tap switch
- Accu-cast B125 bridge
- Ibanez machine heads
- Cosmo black hardware
- Strings: DAddario EXL165 + .130
- Colour: Deep Ocean Metallic
PROS
- • Nyatoh body offers a surprisingly resonant and warm tonal foundation.
- • Maple/Walnut neck provides stability and a comfortable, familiar feel.
- • PowerSpan pickups deliver a thick, punchy sound with good clarity.
- • Ibanez Custom Electronics EQ offers useful tonal shaping possibilities.
CONS
- • Nyatoh body, while resonant, lacks the premium feel of mahogany or ash.
- • Bolt-on neck construction can slightly dampen sustain compared to a neck-through design.
- • Plastic nut is a cost-saving measure; an upgrade would improve tuning stability.
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Key Features
Body Material
Nyatoh
Neck Material
Maple/Walnut
Fingerboard
Jatoba
Pickups
PowerSpan Dual Coil Humbuckers
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
24 Medium
Strings
DAddario EXL165 + .130
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The SR305E-DOT has a warmer, more rounded tone than the SRX series, which tends to be brighter and more aggressive. It's a more versatile option overall.
Jatoba can be susceptible to drying, but it's less so than some other exotic hardwoods. Regular conditioning with a quality fretboard oil will keep it in good shape.
The Ibanez machine heads are generally reliable, but more aggressive playing or string gauge changes may require occasional adjustments. They are a step above the very cheapest options.
