The Ibanez BTB 6 String Bass is a stunning pro-level instrument that showcases boutique quality. Equipped with Bartolini BH2 pickups this bass delivers a tight bottom-end punchy mid-range and smooth response while the dual-coil style configuration maximizes articulation and balanced string-to-string pickup response. Whats more the 3-band EQ allows for simple straightforward control over your tone with boost and cut options for each control. And for the best output the MR5 bridge ensures maximum vibration transfer without interference. Built with select-grade materials and top-quality components this bass guitar stands as a testament to Ibanezs commitment to providing musicians with inspiring and affordable instruments. The BTB series features an ash/okoume wing body with an ash top giving the instrument a unique appearance and bright solid sounds with rich sustain. Its 5-piece maple/walnut neck reinforced with graphite rods offers tonal clarity superior attack and excellent stability. Additionally the rosewood fretboard ensures a well-balanced solid tone with a focused mid-range. Unleash your inner rock star with Ibanez.
Bold Bartolini pickups Equipped on this Ibanez bass is a duo of Bartolini BH2 pickups – game-changers for bass players seeking a versatile sound with tight bottom-end punchy mid-range and smooth response. These electronics feature a dual-coil style configuration that maximises articulation ensuring every note is heard clearly and distinctly. The long blade pole piece further enhances the pickups performance by widening the magnetic field which results in a balanced string-to-string pickup response. With the BH2 pickups you can achieve a wide range of tones making it an excellent choice for various genres and playing styles. For added versatility this bass features a 3-band EQ which offers simplicity and precision in tone shaping providing a no-nonsense approach to crafting your ideal sound. Its boost and cut options for the mid control focus on slightly different frequencies an innovative feature that delivers a preset range of the most favourable bass tones. Furthermore the 3-way mid frequency switch allows you to fine-tune your mid-tones between 250 450 and 700 Hz. This level of customisation ensures you can find your unique voice. Hit every note with precision Discover an exceptional playability attributed to thoughtful design elements. The inclusion of a detachable finger ramp offers a comfortable experience while fingerpicking allowing for greater precision and ease during performances. This innovative feature not only enhances the overall playing experience but also encourages you to explore various techniques and styles further expanding your musical repertoire. The neck-through construction of the BTB also contributes to its impressive playability. By seamlessly integrating the neck and body this design method provides massive sustain and facilitates smooth access to high fretboard positions. Its 5-piece maple/walnut neck combined with a rosewood fingerboard ensures a comfortable playing experience across all registers whilst the satin finish on and weathered black colour adds a touch of elegance. With its carefully designed features and attention to detail the BTB truly stands out. Perfect sound transfer This bass comes designed with a MR5 Mono-Rail V bridge an essential component of the BTB for unparalleled string isolation and performance. This innovative bridge design features individual saddles for each string which are independently and securely locked down to the body. This unique construction ensures maximum vibration transfer without interference between strings resulting in improved clarity sustain and overall tonal quality. By isolating each strings vibrations the MR5 bridge allows you to achieve precise and articulate sounds making it an ideal choice for musicians seeking optimal playability and sonic excellence in their instrument. Added strings for extended sonic capabilities A 6-string bass offers a wider range of tonal possibilities and extended playability. With its expanded frequency range this design allows you to delve into both lower and higher registers providing the opportunity to explore more intricate chord voicings harmonics and melodic lines. The additional strings also encourage creativity in composition and arrangement as they enable a broader variety of playing techniques such as tapping slapping and fingerpicking. Furthermore the extended neck and increased fretboard real estate make it an ideal choice for soloists as well as bassists who want to push the boundaries of their instrument. Specifications Product Code: BTB866SC-WKLBody and Bridge Top Material: Ash Body Material: Ash/Okoume Wing Colour: Weathered Black Low Gloss Finish: Satin Polyurethane Bridge: MR5Neck and Fingerboard Neck Material: 5pc Maple/Walnut Neck Shape: BTB 6 Neck Construction: Neck-Through Neck Finish: Satin Polyurethane Scale Length: 35″ Fingerboard Material: Rosewood Fingerboard Radius: 37.4″ Frets: 24 w/ Zero Fret Medium Stainless Steel Inlays: Abalone Dot Nut: Plastic Nut Width: 54mmHardware and Electronics Bridge Pickup: Bartolini BH2 Neck Pickup: Bartolini BH2 Controls: Volume Balancer Bass Middle Treble 3-Way Mid Frequency Switch Saddle Material: Plastic Machine Heads: Ibanez Hardware: Black Strings: DAddario NYXL45130SL Included: Hex Wrench
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