Ibanez - SR Premium Series SR1325SB 5-String Electric Bass Guitar

Without a doubt, your instrument should reflect the dedication you place in your musicianship and creative endeavors. At a certain point, the word "boutique" comes to mind: Select-grade materials, neck-thru construction, and top quality components, all in a meticulously combined into a stunning pro-level instrument. But what about the upfront investment of such an instrument? That's where Ibanez comes in. Our ability to build small-shop quality, into inspiring yet affordable instruments, is showcased in droves with BTB series basses.Bass WorkshopFor more than 40 years, Ibanez has pioneered new frontiers in bass development, pushing the boundaries of conventional designs to bass players of all styles, affording new avenues of expression and creativity. This spirit of exploration has led to the creation of some of the most successful and popular production basses of all time. Following this same drive to bring new and relevant ideas to the musical forefront is what serves as the basis for this ongoing project, dubbed the Ibanez Bass Workshop. The impetus behind each one of these unique instruments comes from a desire by the Ibanez bass development team to satisfy the particular needs of many players. These inventions may not be for everyone, but for those who yearn to explore new sonic vistas through the medium of bass: The Ibanez Bass Workshop project may give you just what you're looking for. 5pc Maple/Walnut neck with Graphite reinforcement rodsThe 5pc Maple/Walnut neck provides tonal clarity and superior attack. The Graphite reinforcement rods provides massive sustain and excellent stability.Rosewood fretboardRosewood fretboard provides a well-balanced solid tone with a focused mid range.Medium Stainless Steel fretsThe Stainless Steel frets are durable and long-lasting.Okoume wing bodyThe Okoume wing body provides a bright and solid sound.T1 pickupsThe T1 pickup is a humbucker featuring two separate, individually mounted coils that provides tight bass response, punchy mid-range, and clear high-end. It offers flexible voicing suitable for various genres, and the height of each coil can be set individually for highly nuanced adjustments to the tone. On top of its great sound, the physical design features rounded edges for enhanced ergonomic comfort when using the pickup as a thumb rest. Moreover, the individually mounted coils allow them to be positioned slightly offset from one another. This makes it so the surface of the pickup where the player rests their thumb is directly parallel with the strings, which is not typical with most multi scale basses. This design greatly enhances the comfort and playability of the instrument. Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQThe Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ is our latest refinement on the concept of simple, straightforward, no-nonsense EQ control. The Boost and Cut for the Mid Control are each centered on slightly different frequencies, an innovation that delivers a preset range of the most favorable bass tones.MR5S bridgeThe MR5S bridge has adjustable saddles for variable string spacing by +/1.5mm, answering every bassist's specific string spacing needs.EQ bypass switch (passive tone control on treble pot)The EQ bypass control offers precision tonal adjustments, including a switch to choose passive-only operation. When the EQ bypass is activated, the treble tone control knob becomes the global tone control for the passive circuit.3-way Mid frequency switchThe 3-way Mid frequency switch allows players to choose from 3 Mid Frequency options and provides great tonal variety.35-34 inch multi scale35-34 inch multi scale construction allows the higher strings to be played more easily, while still having adequate tension for lower strings. Neck-through constructionThe neck-through construction contributes to massive sustain and smooth access to high fretboard positions.

The Ibanez Mode Series: A Modern Take on a ClassicThe Ibanez "Mode" series represents a reimagining an iconic bass design. It's Ibanez's unique, modern take on a legendary instrument that has become ubiquitous across various musical genres. The Mode series honors the core elements that make this style of bass so popular, but injects contemporary features and aesthetics to support the creative endeavors of today's innovative players.The Mode series is engineered to bridge the popular sounds of the past with the evolving future inspiration of modern bassists. Whether the gig calls for a traditional supporting role or a highly technical performance, the Mode Series is built to excel in both. Its playability and tonal versatility are ready to help any player create distinctive and memorable grooves.All Mode (MDM) series basses feature a specially modified body, designed for perfect balance and smooth access to all 24 frets. Beyond the specialized body, the Super All Access neck joint further enhances playability with a highly contoured and ergonomic feel, ensuring even the highest frets are always within reach.A thin C-profile neck provides a fast, fantastic-feeling playing experience, while rounded fretboard edges add another layer of playing comfort. The 1-piece Roasted Maple neck offers extreme stability and a rich appearance. Medium stainless steel frets provide snappy tonal response and make for clean bends and slides while offering superior long-term durability. The neck also features luminescent side dot markers to provide clear guidance when performing on dark stages.The MDM1000 series basses feature an Alder body and a Rosewood fretboard, providing a rich, well-balanced tone that suits versatile playing styles. A transparent pickguard gives this bass a modern yet authentic appearance.Featuring "Extra Super Duralumin" on some of the key components, Ibanez Aero-light tuners are some of the lightest yet most durable tuners on the market today.The MR5S mono-rail bridge transfers each string vibration efficiently and delivers great clarity and sustain, which helps emphasize chordal playing and fast passages. It also features adjustable string spacing.The 4-string models feature 19mm spacing and the 5 and 6-string models feature 18mm spacing.The new Ibanez Delta S4J, S5J, and S6J pickups deliver an aggressive yet balanced single-coil tone that responds clearly and evenly in all frequency ranges. They're voiced to cut powerfully through any mix while eliminating noise, thanks to their hum-canceling design.These pickups are paired with the Sonitech S preamp, which offers a comprehensive range of tonal controls, including: Master volume and balancer Master Tone 3-band EQ An EQ bypass switch A 3-way mid-frequency switchThe master tone control operates in both active and passive mode. Additionally, the 2-way Hexa mid system is located on the back of the bass, allowing you to choose between two different mid-frequency banks for a total of six selectable mid-frequency points. The higher bank frequencies are 350Hz, 600Hz and 1KHz, and the lower bank frequencies are 250Hz, 450Hz and 850Hz. Together, the Delta pickups and the Sonitech S preamp provide an exceptional level of versatility to suit a wide variety of musical and performance styles.

The Ibanez Mode Series: A Modern Take on a ClassicThe Ibanez "Mode" series represents a reimagining an iconic bass design. It's Ibanez's unique, modern take on a legendary instrument that has become ubiquitous across various musical genres. The Mode series honors the core elements that make this style of bass so popular, but injects contemporary features and aesthetics to support the creative endeavors of today's innovative players.The Mode series is engineered to bridge the popular sounds of the past with the evolving future inspiration of modern bassists. Whether the gig calls for a traditional supporting role or a highly technical performance, the Mode Series is built to excel in both. Its playability and tonal versatility are ready to help any player create distinctive and memorable grooves.All Mode (MDM) series basses feature a specially modified body, designed for perfect balance and smooth access to all 24 frets. Beyond the specialized body, the Super All Access neck joint further enhances playability with a highly contoured and ergonomic feel, ensuring even the highest frets are always within reach.A thin C-profile neck provides a fast, fantastic-feeling playing experience, while rounded fretboard edges add another layer of playing comfort. The 1-piece Roasted Maple neck offers extreme stability and a rich appearance. Medium stainless steel frets provide snappy tonal response and make for clean bends and slides while offering superior long-term durability. The neck also features luminescent side dot markers to provide clear guidance when performing on dark stages.The MDM1000 series basses feature an Alder body and a Rosewood fretboard, providing a rich, well-balanced tone that suits versatile playing styles. A transparent pickguard gives this bass a modern yet authentic appearance.Featuring "Extra Super Duralumin" on some of the key components, Ibanez Aero-light tuners are some of the lightest yet most durable tuners on the market today.The MR5S mono-rail bridge transfers each string vibration efficiently and delivers great clarity and sustain, which helps emphasize chordal playing and fast passages. It also features adjustable string spacing.The 4-string models feature 19mm spacing and the 5 and 6-string models feature 18mm spacing.The new Ibanez Delta S4J, S5J, and S6J pickups deliver an aggressive yet balanced single-coil tone that responds clearly and evenly in all frequency ranges. They're voiced to cut powerfully through any mix while eliminating noise, thanks to their hum-canceling design.These pickups are paired with the Sonitech S preamp, which offers a comprehensive range of tonal controls, including: Master volume and balancer Master Tone 3-band EQ An EQ bypass switch A 3-way mid-frequency switchThe master tone control operates in both active and passive mode. Additionally, the 2-way Hexa mid system is located on the back of the bass, allowing you to choose between two different mid-frequency banks for a total of six selectable mid-frequency points. The higher bank frequencies are 350Hz, 600Hz and 1KHz, and the lower bank frequencies are 250Hz, 450Hz and 850Hz. Together, the Delta pickups and the Sonitech S preamp provide an exceptional level of versatility to suit a wide variety of musical and performance styles.