Ibanez SR3500-BK Prestige
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Ibanez
SR3500-BK Prestige
Product Info
Article Number:
606715
Brand:
Ibanez
Model:
SR3500-BK Prestige
Category:
4-String Basses
Price:
$2,528.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This SR3500-BK Prestige is a serious contender for players seeking a refined, articulate tone with a touch of vintage character. The Japanese craftsmanship shines through in the feel and build quality, making it a joy to play—ideal for session players or anyone wanting a professional-grade bass without the absolute top-tier price tag.
Product Description
- Ibanez SR3500-BK Prestige
- Electric Bass
- Body: Ash
- Bolt-on 5-Piece neck: Maple/Walnut
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Mother of Pearl abalone oval fingerboard inlays
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Scale: 864 mm (34.02")
- Nut width: 38 mm (1.5")
- Graph Tech Black Tusq
- 24 Medium frets
- Pickup: 2 Nordstrand Big Single Coils (neck and bridge)
- Ibanez Sonitech Preamp with 3-Band EQ
- 3-way centre frequency switch with Hexa Mid system
- EQ bypass switch with push/pull function
- MR5S bridge
- Gold hardware
- Colour: Black High Gloss
- Includes case
- Made in Japan
PROS
- • Ash body delivers a focused, articulate low-end response.
- • Nordstrand Big Single pickups offer a refined, vintage-inspired tone.
- • Maple/Walnut neck provides exceptional stability and a smooth playing feel.
- • Ibanez Sonitech preamp with Hexa Mid expands tonal versatility significantly.
CONS
- • The bolt-on neck, while stable, lacks the resonance of a neck-through design.
- • High-gloss black finish can be a fingerprint magnet and requires careful maintenance.
- • The MR5S bridge, while functional, isn't as adjustable as some higher-end options.
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Key Features
Body Material
Ash
Neck Material
Maple/Walnut
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Nordstrand Big Single Coils
Scale Length
864 mm (34.02 in)
Frets
24 Medium
Strings
N/A - standard 4-string bass strings
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It provides six distinct mid-frequency points selectable via the 3-way switch, allowing for very precise tonal shaping and a wider range of sounds than a standard 3-band EQ.
Yes, it’s finished with a thin satin lacquer, providing a smooth playing experience while preserving the rosewood’s natural feel and appearance.
Unlike many Ibanez pickups, the Big Singles offer a more nuanced and vintage-inspired tone, with a slightly rounder low-end and a more articulate high-end.
