Ibanez - BTB Workshop Series BTB605MS 5-String Electric Bass Guitar, Midnight Arctic Ocean Matte

Before investing in a musical instrument, it's essential to find one that mirrors your dedication to musicianship and creativity. The Ibanez BTB Workshop Series BTB605MS 5-String Electric Bass Guitar in Midnight Arctic Ocean Matte is a testament to this commitment. This bass guitar embodies the essence of a "boutique" instrument, featuring select-grade materials, neck-through construction, and top-quality components, all meticulously crafted into a stunning professional-level instrument. Ibanez has mastered the art of delivering small-shop quality in inspiring yet affordable instruments, as showcased by the BTB series basses. For over 40 years, Ibanez has been at the forefront of bass development, pushing the boundaries of conventional designs to offer bass players of all styles new avenues of expression and creativity. This innovative spirit is the driving force behind the Ibanez Bass Workshop, a project dedicated to satisfying the unique needs of bass players who seek to explore new sonic landscapes.The BTB605MS features a 5-piece Maple/Walnut neck with Graphite reinforcement rods, providing tonal clarity, superior attack, massive sustain, and excellent stability. The Panga Panga fretboard adds a beautiful wood grain, producing a tight low and mid-range with a sharp high-end attack. Medium Stainless Steel frets ensure durability and longevity, while the Okoume wing body delivers a bright and solid sound.Equipped with T1 pickups, this bass guitar offers a humbucker with two separate, individually mounted coils for tight bass response, punchy mid-range, and clear high-end. The flexible voicing is suitable for various genres, and the height of each coil can be adjusted individually for nuanced tone adjustments. The ergonomic design features rounded edges for comfort, making it ideal for thumb rest use.The Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ provides straightforward, no-nonsense EQ control, with Boost and Cut for the Mid Control centered on slightly different frequencies for a range of favorable bass tones. The MR5S bridge features adjustable saddles for variable string spacing by +/- 1.5mm, catering to every bassist's specific needs. The EQ bypass switch allows for precision tonal adjustments, including passive-only operation, with the treble tone control knob serving as the global tone control for the passive circuit. The 3-way Mid frequency switch lets players toggle between 250, 450, and 700 Hz.The BTB605MS also boasts a 37-35 inch multi-scale design, with a 37-inch scale-length on the B string for enhanced clarity and projection, and a 35-inch scale on the G string for balanced tension and smoother fretting. The neck-through construction contributes to massive sustain and smooth access to high fretboard positions. For added protection, a hardshell case is included, ensuring your instrument remains safe and secure. Experience the perfect blend of innovation, quality, and affordability with the Ibanez BTB Workshop Series BTB605MS 5-String Electric Bass Guitar.