Ibanez SR505E-BM
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Ibanez
SR505E-BM
Product Info
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The SR505E-BM is a seriously capable 5-string – the Bartolini pickups and five-piece neck give it a professional feel and a punchy, defined sound. It's a great choice for gigging musicians who want a versatile and well-built bass with a distinctive look, especially those playing modern rock, funk, or progressive styles.
Product Description
- Ibanez SR505E-BM
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Five-part neck: Jatoba / walnut
- Body: Okumé
- Fingerboard: Jatoba
- Oval abalone fretboard inlays
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 45 mm
- 24 Medium frets
- Accu-cast B505 bridge with 16.5 mm string-spacing
- Pickups: 2 Bartolini BH2 (neck and bridge)
- Ibanez Custom electronics with 3-band EQ with 3-way center frequency switching
- EQ bypass circuit: Passive tone control on the treble-poti in the bypass
- Colour: Brown Mahogany
PROS
- • Five-piece neck provides exceptional stability and a smooth feel
- • Bartolini pickups deliver a powerful, articulate, and focused tone
- • Jatoba fingerboard offers a bright, snappy response and durability
- • Custom Ibanez electronics offer versatile tonal shaping with bypass option
CONS
- • Okumé body can be a bit resonant, requiring careful amp EQing
- • Brown Mahogany finish, while striking, might not appeal to all tastes
- • The 34in scale might feel slightly long for smaller players
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Key Features
Body Material
Okumé
Neck Material
Jatoba / Walnut
Fingerboard
Jatoba
Pickups
Bartolini BH2
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
24 Medium
Strings
5-String
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bartolini pickups are known for their higher output and more focused, defined sound – they offer more clarity and punch, especially in the low-mids, compared to many of Ibanez's stock pickups.
Absolutely! The bypass circuit allows you to experience the natural tone of the pickups without the EQ, which is great for achieving a more vintage or direct sound.
Jatoba is generally brighter and snappier than rosewood, offering a more articulate attack and a slightly faster feel – it's a good choice if you prefer a more modern bass tone.
