Ibanez SR5500-MHF Prestige
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Ibanez
SR5500-MHF Prestige
Product Info
Article Number:
606699
Brand:
Ibanez
Model:
SR5500-MHF Prestige
Category:
4-String Basses
Price:
$2,858.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The SR5500-MHF Prestige is a seriously refined instrument. The Nordstrand pickups give you a warm, focused sound with plenty of growl, and the neck profile is just sublime. This bass is ideal for players seeking a high-end feel and versatile tones for modern music and beyond.
Product Description
- Ibanez SR5500-MHF Prestige
- Electric Bass
- Body: Mahogany
- Top: Ovangkol
- 5-Piece neck: Maple/Walnut
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Mother of Pearl abalone oval fingerboard inlays
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Scale length: 864 mm (34.02")
- Nut width: 38 mm (1.5")
- Nut: Graph Tech Black Tusq
- 24 Medium frets
- Pickups: 2 Nordstrand Big Single Coils (neck and bridge)
- Ibanez Sonitech preamp with 3-band EQ
- 3-Way mid frequency switch with Hexa Mid system
- EQ bypass switch with push/pull function
- MR5S bridge
- Gold hardware
- Colour: Mocha Flat
- Includes case
- Made in Japan
PROS
- • Nordstrand pickups deliver a remarkably articulate and punchy tone.
- • The maple/walnut 5-piece neck offers exceptional stability and feel.
- • Ovangkol top adds a beautiful aesthetic and contributes to resonance.
- • Japan-made build quality ensures precision and long-term reliability.
CONS
- • The mahogany body contributes to a relatively hefty feel, might be tiring for some.
- • The 3-way mid-frequency switch might feel limited for some tonal sculpting.
- • The Mocha Flat finish, while gorgeous, could be a fingerprint magnet.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany with Ovangkol Top
Neck Material
Maple/Walnut (5-Piece)
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Nordstrand Big Single Coils
Scale Length
864 mm (34.02")
Frets
24 Medium
Strings
Nickel-plated Steel (likely .045-.105)
Weight
Approximately 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Nordstrands offer a more refined, vintage-inspired tone – slightly more articulate and nuanced – while retaining that Ibanez punch. It's a noticeable step up in clarity and character.
The Hexa Mid is surprisingly effective for subtle, targeted mid-range boosts; it's a great way to dial in a specific 'sweet spot' for your tone without drastic changes.
The SR5500-MHF has a slightly thinner, more rounded profile than many of Ibanez’s SR basses, offering a more comfortable and familiar feel for players accustomed to vintage or modern 'C' shapes.
