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Ibanez Standard SR405EQM Bass Guitar - Surreal Blue Burst Gloss

5-string Electric Bass with Mahogany Body, Quilt Maple Top, 5-piece Maple/Rosewood Neck, Jatoba Fretboard, Humbucking Pickups, and 3-band EQ - Surreal Blue Burst Gloss
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Big Bass Value from Ibanez

When you pick up an Ibanez SR405E electric bass, you're instantly greeted with that signature Ibanez feel. In fact, you'll be surprised by how close the Ibanez SR405E plays and sounds like its higher-end SR series siblings. That feel and general vibe is due in large part to the SR405E's sleek 5-piece maple/rosewood neck and its comfortable mahogany arched body, topped with a great-looking piece of quilt maple. As for tone, this one's loaded with two sonically flexible Ibanez PowerSpan humbucking pickups plus a 3-band EQ. All things considered, the Ibanez SR405E represents a sweet value for any bassist.

Signature Ibanez feel in an affordable package

Finally, the feel of a big-time bass loaded into a reasonably priced package. Perfect for newcomers to the low end, the Ibanez SR405E sports Ibanez's signature sleek and comfortable playing feel. It has a 5-piece maple and rosewood neck, a comfortably contoured mahogany body, and a dark jatoba fingerboard that provides contrast to the SR405E's striking body color.

Versatile sound for any style

Ibanez basses are used in every style of music from metal to rock to jazz fusion. The versatile pickups and active electronics let you shape your tone to best fit the gig. From scooped mids for slapping and popping to massive low-end rumble, the SR405E can do it all.

Jammed with tone, courtesy of humbucking pickups and 3-band EQ

The Ibanez SR405E features two of Ibanez's PowerSpan humbucking pickups. To make the most out of the pickups — and to help you dial in the right bass tone for any style — the SR405E is also loaded with a custom 3-band EQ. You're sure to find great tones for a wide variety of playing styles.

Ibanez SR405E 5-string Electric Bass Guitar Features:

  • Value-packed bass that plays like higher-end SR Series basses
  • 5-piece maple/rosewood neck is ultra-strong and enhances sustain
  • SR5 neck profile plays fast and smooth
  • Dual humbucking pickups for a wide range of tones
  • 3-band EQ makes it easy to dial in a great sound for any musical style

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Tech Specs

  • Number of Strings: 5
  • Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
  • Body Shape: SR
  • Body Material: Mahogany
  • Body Finish: Gloss Polyurethane
  • Color: Surreal Blue Burst
  • Neck Material: 5-piece Maple/Rosewood
  • Neck Shape: SR5
  • Radius: 12"
  • Fingerboard Material: Jatoba
  • Fingerboard Inlay: Dots
  • Number of Frets: 24
  • Scale Length: 34"
  • Nut Width: 1.771"
  • Nut Material: Plastic
  • Bridge/Tailpiece: Accu-cast B305
  • Tuners: Ibanez machine heads
  • Neck Pickup: Ibanez PowerSpan Dual-coil
  • Bridge Pickup: Ibanez PowerSpan Dual-coil
  • Controls: 1 x master volume, 1 x balancer, 3-band Active EQ, 3-way Power Tap switch
  • Strings: .045-.130
  • Case Included: Sold Separately
  • Manufacturer Part Number: SR405EQMSLG

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Outstanding Bass

If you are looking for a quality instrument at a reasonable price point, then this is it. Everything about this bass is top notch. Fit and finish, playability, sound, etc...everything rates five stars. The electronics are very impressive. The pickups and three-band EQ provide great tonal variety. This bass is a tone monster when played through my GK combo amp, and it even sounds great with my little Fender Rumble 40 practice amp.

I have found just one very minor limitation to this bass. Because of the manner in which the jack is positioned, my wireless transmitters will not fit properly, so I am using a cable with a straight connector for now. However, this can be easily overcome either with a male-female extension, or with a short cable and a female-female connector.

Bottom line: It's a keeper. I love playing this bass!
by Bill from North California on

Ibanez rules

I never was a big Ibanez fan UNTIL I got my first one,,they have the best necks hands down,,the blue burst on this one is absolutely gorgeous ,,5 strings are usually wide necks but not this one,,it feels very comfortable and is very easy to play,if you are looking for a 5 string you can't go wrong with this one
by Kenny from Kentucky on
Music background: Pro for over 25 years

Excellent back up bass!

At this point in my life I get new guitars and basses because of the appearance causing my wife to want it, so if it's usable that's all that matters. I never owned an Ibanez before but have 3 other basses and wanted another 5 string to back up my main one. Wow - was I impressed with what I got for the cost. Fit and finish are excellent, no sharp edges and sound options are great. I'm so appreciative for Chris making this happen and being able to choose the one we wanted (thanks Sweetwater!}. This is an excellent back up and also would be an excellent bass if you only have one. Good strings, good sound, easy playability, looks great, not too heavy for a 5 string, highly recommended!! No need to spend more when Ibanez is making this quality and Sweetwater is looking it over first. One of my basses costs $3000 now and this blows it away!! Thanks Chris and Sweetwater for providing such a nice product!
by Ken from NE PA on

Amazing bass for the price!!

As a guitar player I've ordered gear at Sweetwater before. This was my first instrument purchase and I couldn't be happier. Certain projects required I purchase a bass and after a lot of research and input from other musicians I chose the SR405 series for the price and features combined. It's truly a great playing bass to my uneducated guitar fingers. The sound is everything I was looking for. The neck is what I've come to expect from Ibanez (comfortable, slim and playable). Playing a JEM and a couple other RGs with Wizard necks, it was an easy transition on the feel. I also thought it was cool that they had pictures of 4 different basses, with their weight, and I got to pick the one I liked the most. The figuring of the maple veneer on the one I chose looked good in the picture but was absolutely stunning when I saw it in person.

Living 3 hours away from a good music gear store means I use Sweetwater alot, I love their personalized customer service and follow up. The bass came in the hardcase that I purchased and was packed to survive the worst FedEx driver on the planet (you know, the careless creep we've all seen on social media videos). I definitely won't hesitate to buy another instrument through Sweetwater when the need (who am I kidding? Of course I'm going to need another piece of gear I can't live without soon) arises.
by Michael Wiley from Taylor, AZ on
Music background: Semi professional musician

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I love my new bass but wish it was just a little heavier
by Scottie Chester from SC - South Carolina on
Music background: Playing for 5 to 6 years
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