Ibanez BTB7E Electric Bass, 7-String (with Case)

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The BTB7E is a truly unique, groundbreaking bass. Its deep double cutaway offers high-fret access, while its 7 strings open avenues for solos and chording.

What's special about this item?

Feature: What it does:
Mono-Rail IV bridge Allows strings to vibrate fully, no interference
E6 3-band EQ with EQ bypass switch Control highs, midrange and lows independently
CAP Sonic Arch pickups Tight, focused bass tone with richness and depth
9-piece maple/rosewood/walnut through-neck Beautifully crafted, comfortable and sturdy

As one of the iconic Ibanez basses, this BTB steps confidently into territory few instruments have gone before. Having already staked its ground in the "boutique" class with it's sustain enhancing thru-neck design, 35" scale and super-deep nearly 2-octave cutaway, Ibanez, the masters of the 5 and 6-string bass, have opened yet another door of musical possibility. The added first string of the BTB7ENTF (factory tuning: 1F, 2C, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E, 7B) opens up wider range for chords and soloing, while at the lower end still delivering a full, rich, thick response capable of anchoring any arrangement.

Hear the Ibanez BTB7E Electric Bass in action:


All components of the BTB7ENTF are interdependent, working together toward a superior performance: The Mono-Rail IV bridge is the ultimate in string isolation for bass, with featuring a saddle lock system that maximizes stability and focuses vibration transfer. The CAP Sonic Arch delivers optimal performance from string to string. In terms of tone, these pickups have gained a reputation for flexibility, delivering everything from "crisp and detailed" to "warm and fat." Tonal clarity of the lower strings is ensured by the 35" scale neck. To handle the added tension of seven strings, Ibanez luthiers designed a 9pc Maple/Rosewood/Walnut neck that achieves the trifecta of bass design: Surprising player comfort, extraordinary mechanical stability, and a visual spectacle that will impress anyone who appreciates masterly wood craft.

- Neck: 9pc Maple/Rosewood/Walnut through neck
- Body: Rosewood top/ Maple body
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Frets: Medium
- Bridge: Mono-Rail IV bridge
- Pickups: CAP Sonic Arch pickups
- EQ: E6 3-band eq with eq bypass switch
- Factory tuning: 1F, 2C, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E, 7B
- Hardware color: Cosmo Black
- Color: Natural flat finish
- Included: Hardshell case

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-669-8262
Web: https://www.ibanez.com/usa/support/

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (1 ratings)
Submitted April 29, 2016 by Colin P in Monmouth Junction, NJ

"Amazing!"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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This bass has got a whole lot of YES!!!! going on with it. My beauty was delivered last weekend and now that I've had a week to play it, I am amazed at just how good it is. You hear the whole "boutique bass without the boutique price " comment about this bass alot and it's true. The size of it is a bit overwhelming at first, but despite that it is really easy to play. I had to do a set up on mine as the string were higher than I like, but that's about preference. The sound is awesome, the look is stunning and plays like a dream....it's worth every penny.

Musical Style:

Rock, Prog, Jazz, etc....
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