Ibanez 5-string bass guitar with broad tone control
The Ibanez SR Standard SR305EBWK is a 5-string bass guitar in Weathered Black, built for players who want extra range with a low B string in the factory tuning 1G,2D,3A,4E,5B. The combination of two passive PowerSpan Dual Coil pickups and Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ with 3-way Power Tap switch gives you a lot of control over your bass sound.
That extended electronics setup makes this electric bass interesting for different playing situations. If you are looking for a modern 5-string with several tone settings, this Ibanez gives you plenty of direct control from the instrument itself.
Construction and playing feel of the SR305EBWK
The SR55pc Maple/Walnut neck is paired with a Nyatoh body and a Jatoba fretboard with white dot inlay. With a scale length of 864 mm / 34 inch, 24 frets, a nut width of 45 mm and 16.5 mm string spacing, you get a layout that suits a 5-string bass guitar with neat room between the strings.
The neck measures 19.5 mm at the 1st fret and 21.5 mm at the 12th fret, with a 305 mmR fingerboard radius. The Accu-cast B125 bridge, black hardware and D'Addario EXL165 + .130 strings in .045/.065/.085/.105/.130 complete the package. At Magna Music, you can also get personal advice from musicians if you are looking for a bass guitar that matches your playing style.
Finish and practical details
The black finish and black hardware give the Ibanez SR Standard SR305EBWK a restrained, clean look. The medium frets and white position dots keep the fretboard easy to read, which is useful when you play across all 24 frets.
This gives you an electric 5-string bass that offers not just extra range, but also clarity and control when switching between different parts, from low foundations to lines higher up the neck.
