Ibanez TMB30-BK Talman Short Scale
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Ibanez
TMB30-BK Talman Short Scale
Product Info
Article Number:
379412
Brand:
Ibanez
Model:
TMB30-BK Talman Short Scale
Category:
Short Scale Basses
Price:
$251.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The TMB30-BK is a solid, affordable short-scale bass that’s perfect for students, gigging musicians needing a backup, or anyone who prefers a more compact feel. The P/J pickup configuration gives you a good amount of tonal flexibility, and the poplar body provides a surprisingly full sound for the price point. It’s a workhorse bass that gets the job done.
Product Description
- Ibanez TMB30-BK Talman Short Scale
- Electric Bass
- Short-scale model
- Body: Poplar
- Neck: Maple
- Fretboard: Jatoba
- 20 Frets
- Scale: 762 mm (30")
- Nut width: 41 mm
- Fretboard radius: 240 mm
- Pickups: 2 Dynamic P/J single coils
- Standard bridge
- Hardware: Chrome
- Colour: Black
- Matching case available under: Article number #284273# (not included)
PROS
- • Poplar body offers a surprisingly resonant and balanced tone.
- • Maple neck provides a snappy feel and good upper fret access.
- • Dynamic P/J pickups deliver a versatile range of tones, from growl to clarity.
- • Short scale is incredibly comfortable, especially for beginners or smaller hands.
CONS
- • Jatoba fretboard can feel a bit dry initially, requiring some seasoning.
- • Chrome hardware, while aesthetically pleasing, isn’t the most premium option.
- • Body finish, while adequate, lacks the depth of higher-end instruments.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Poplar
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Jatoba
Pickups
Dynamic P/J Single Coils
Scale Length
762 mm (30 in)
Frets
20
Strings
Nickel-plated Steel
Weight
Approximately 8.8 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The neck profile is generally considered a comfortable C-shape, slightly thinner than some of their more modern, shred-oriented designs, making it accessible for various hand sizes.
While versatile, the Dynamic P/J pickups aren’t designed for extreme high-gain sounds; they’re better suited for rock, blues, and funk, though you can certainly get a usable growl with some overdrive.
Jatoba is a stable wood, but like any fretboard, proper setup is crucial. It might require a slight adjustment to the action initially to minimize any potential fret buzz.
