Ibanez SR5500 Prestige Bass Rosewood Fretboard and Case – Mocha Flat

For 30 years the SR has given bass players a modern alternative. With its continued popularity, Ibanez is constantly endeavouring to answer the wider needs of a variety of players, at a variety of budgets. But no matter what the specs, the heart is the same-SR continues to excite with its smooth, fast neck, lightweight body, and perfectly matched electronics.

There are three principles behind the Ibanez Prestige line: Precision, Performance, and Playability. Prestige combines high-tech manufacturing techniques with old-world Japanese craftsmanship, in order to achieve true innovation in design and construction. The series incorporates ideas and suggestions from musicians from around the world as the cornerstones of the Prestige production process.

Features

• The Atlas HP 5pc S-TECH Maple/Walnut neck offers a balanced note attack and a rich sustain. The special S-TECH roasting process enhances the wood’s stability, durability, water resistance, and tolerance to temperature fluctuations.
• Rosewood fretboard provides a well-balanced solid tone with a focused mid range.
• Medium sized frets enhance the accuracy of your notes. Prestige Fret Edge Treatment guarantees effortlessly fast playing.
• The Ovangkol top with African Mahogany body provides a warm tone with rich resonance.
• Nordstrand Big Single cram a meaty a single coil into a soapbar-style pickup, producing a full-bodied, powerful, aggressive tonal texture, while still retaining the clarity that’s characteristic of single coil pickups. The pickups’ beautiful wood cover imbues this bass guitar with an exotic appearance.
• The Ibanez Sonitech Preamp boasts a meticulously tuned tonal character across the entire frequency spectrum. This circuit offers two selectable 3-band mid-range banks and a passive tone control for unparalleled versatility. Crafted in Japan with premium components, this preamp is designed to deliver maximum flexibility and ease of use.
• Gotoh machine heads provide superior precision, a smooth feel, and excellent tuning accuracy.
• The MR5S bridge has adjustable saddles for variable string spacing by +/- 1.5mm, answering every bassists specific string spacing needs.
• The EQ bypass switch (push/pull) switches between EQ bypass (Pull) or EQ on (Push).
• The Hexa Mid system offers players the flexibility to choose from two mid-range banks, each containing three distinct frequency points, for a total of six. Its exceptional versatility and user-friendly interface help players achieve their ideal bass sound.
• The Luminlay side dot position marks make it easy for players to see fretboard position marks when performing on dark stages.
• Ibanez Hardshell case gives extreme protection for your beloved instrument.

Specs