Feature:
Once you learn how to use the boost, and blend the two pickups, you can make this one sound like any bass! Very nice. The bubinga body makes for a very musical, sustaining sound and the neck is fast and slim. 22 frets.

Quality:
I have a pearl white one and the fit and finish are similar to a 1,200 dollar guitar or more. I love this guitar. I will use it from now on as my main instrument, the neck is so solid.

Value:
Fender, Epiphone, Yamaha, all the others can't touch this one for quality and sound. Ibanez just does it right!

Desirability:
Very sexy! Pearl white finish in a very futuristic shape, slim design with a narrow neck. Form a line, girls stud bass player here!

Sound:
As with most Ibanez basses, this one is very agressive and strong sounding. I love it! I own a 1983 Ibanez Roadstar, and this is like the 21st Century version of that! Mine's a Pearl White, and people in the club have mentioned to me that it's gorgeous! It is, too. I wasn't too crazy about an active set of pickups, but the boost really does make a difference.

Ease of Use:
Easy to dial in great sounds.

Support:
Never needed them!

Overall:
I will not buy another bass. This one does it all for me. If it wears out I'll get another one. If it was stolen I'd buy another one. Next time though I'm getting a very nice gig bag with big pockets.

Feature:
the active electronics rock! they add fatlow-end and punchy high-end

Quality:
ive owned the thing for 6 months, and not one problem!!!

Value:
the best for your money

Desirability:
good looking bass

Sound:
i play in a pop punk band and man this thing has nice low end....,but i dont like that you have to change the batteries fo the active electronics sweet bass!

Ease of Use:
simple!!!!!!!!!!!!

Support:
i dont know,i've never had to contact Ibanez

Overall:
i am satisfied. its not the best bass out there,but its one of them!

Feature:
the bass boost.......very nice feature.....

Quality:
tight screws, no scratches, great sound quality, versitile, sexy sexy finish

Value:
for this bass i would have expected to pay 600 but it was 200.......another amazing bass from IBANEZ

Desirability:
does not have an amazing looking.....very basic....but i love the finish......the head is a bit nubby though i would expect somthing more masculant like fender heads....great look overall though

Sound:
very deep and sexy........it has some nice low end punch to it also

Ease of Use:
the neck is the slimest and fastest neck i have ever played....it is also very versitile as far as sound

Support:
never used it

Overall:
a VERY long time

Feature:
I have everything set up for it. The only problem I have is with the strings. When I got it I quickly found out that I had to replace them and as quick as possible. Otherwise, everything on it is perfect.

Quality:
I'll say between every bass I had, this one is incredibly light, packable, the neck is perfect for beginners, the body is set up for any skill level. I have been playing the bass ever since I was a kid and this one just blows the water. It is killer fast and very durable. Some have had problems. I play this bass real hard and this thing never once scratched, never broke a fret line, no problem with the pickups, and the sound makes it all worth the while. I just think that those who have the problems need to learn how to play rather than fool around. Mine has stayed clean and scratch free even though I dropped it, bashed it into studio equipment(all an accident), and even had water on it. The quality stays the same.

Value:
For the money amount, I would say it's well worth it.

Desirability:
I couldn't help it. When I seen this on the net, I wanted it so bad. It looked hella cool in the black color and that's the color I chose.

Sound:
Although there is fret 'buzz' in a band it is the harmonizer. It sounds incredible with any guitar. I own a few bass guitars and they are good, but this one really goes with any kind of setup.

Support:
I love the setup I never had a problem with Ibanez.

Overall:
Don't lose hope. This bass is good for beginners like my sister and great for experts like me.

Feature:
Mine came with a crappy cord.you are better off buying one seperately.

Quality:
Pickups couldve been a little better.

Value:
Its soooooooooooooooo worth it.

Desirability:
well i think that just depends on who your are and what styles you like.for me, i think its good.

Sound:
The sound is great.You can play all kinds of music,i do and it sounds great.

Ease of Use:
Its kinda easy to get the sound you want.It all really depends on you.

Support:
No service at all.ive had this thing for aout 3 years or so.its my first bass and i still use it to this day.i got into a band because of it.

Overall:
At this rate im gonna have this for another year or 2.Its smooth and its perfect for anyone just starting out.

Feature:
I cover this topic going from one end to the other-Headstock to Rear strap button Headstock;Tuners-The head stock comes in black, reguardless of the finsh selected.The truss rod cover slides to the right to allow acess to the truss rod.the tuners for the most part have a fairly smooth action, and do a good job at holding their tune. Neck-the neck features 22 frets, a rosewood fretboard(dark brown),and pearl white dot inlays.The body allows a fair ammount of clearance for acess to frets 17-22.the neck bolts directly onto the body.The back of the neck is a shallow 'C' curve, and easy to get around, with fast easy action Body-The body is two peice agthis, and comes in: black,transparent red (the one i own),blue,and-sigh-white.It has rounded edges ant a well countoured body that is very comfortable to play while sitting. Eletronics-The GSR 200 features a P-pickup and a J-pick up. I like this advantage in the price group and allows me to cover a greater frequency range.The "Knobage" as il like to call it, Includes 4 shiny little knobs 1.)Volume2.)Pickup selector3.)Tone control4.)A bass Boost Knob-no seirously.This bass has Active Eletronics.However I suggest that you replace the strap buttons with Dunlop Straploks to prevent "Mishaps"

Quality:
The bass is built of fairly good qualty componets.Most of the componets fit securly in their housings and the scerws and bolts stay tight.With the excption of the tone knob which came lose within 15 miniutes of playing.This is am easy fix-I bought a new washer an nut at the local hardware store.

Value:
While I have made modificatons to my bass.The Standard Bass is a good value and investment

Desirability:
The body design is fairly standard, nothing speical.However the red finish is quite attractive.It has a modern look and feel to it.

Sound:
I am quite pleased with the sound of this bass, it produces a full warm tone, and does so in a consistent manner .It does a very good job of covering most types of music.I play mostly metal and grunge,and I find that it can produce a pleasing chunky,punchy bass sound.I play with Monster Cables

Ease of Use:
With a little experementation with the "Knobage" You can produce a satisfying range of of sounds, and will cover most types of music well. I play with Peavy and Ampeg amps an they both sound good with both products.It is in all a very comfortable easy to use bass.

Support:
Ibanez backs up all their products w ith a 1 year limited waranty.

Overall:
Im about to invest in another Ibanez product. After owning this bas for 4 years.This Bass lives up to the Ibanez name and standard and is definatly worth the cost.In all the Ibanez GSR 200 is a well balanced, good qualty begining bass and will provide many years of enjoyable use.Durring prolonded use I have made adaptations and modifications to suit my needs. However with the standard features this bass holds it its own in its price range and is a solid well balanced bass.

Quality:
hats off to Ibanez. exept the neck is a little cheap.

Value:
great first bass.

Desirability:
well I love how Ibanez basses look my newest one is the sr900 and they look the same

Sound:
I sounds awsome for 200 dollar bass. if only it had an active eq

Support:
never had a problem

Overall:
Ibanez is the first and last bass company I will ever play I've had a carvin lb75f a shecter scorpion. none meet Ibanez.

Feature:
Some people might say that the 4 knobs is a bit excessive, but I think that it's wonderful. It gives you so many different sounds to experiment with.

Quality:
I have been using this bass for almost 5 years now and while it has received minor scratches and dings, it is still playing like the first day I bought it. I am truly impressed at what this bass has survived and how it still continues to play perfectly.

Value:
For what it is, $200 bucks is a steal. Sure, you can always find a better bass out there, but for what your paying, this is a beginers dream. You can get a high quality bass and start playing for a mere $200 dollars. Even if you're not a beginner, this bass is still not one to pass up if you're just looking for a cheap bass that you can haul around everywhere and not have to worry about it breaking down on you.

Desirability:
It's a slick bass. It's also pretty simple. It dosnt attract a whole lot of attention, but then again, if you're just starting out, do you really need a whole lot of attention...?

Sound:
The sound rage on this bass is just extraordinary. I can get the deep deep tones to play those heavy bass lines or I can turn it into a very "light" sounding slap and pop bass. The sound that comes out of this bass has just blown me away.

Ease of Use:
Whether you're playing heavy rock, jazz, or blues this bass can get the sound you need. It's all right there within the bass itself as well, no need for fancy pedals or other modifiers.

Support:
I have not delt with Ibanez for any problems at all so I can't be of much help here, but the way I see it, thats a good thing. This bass has held together so well over 5 years of use that i haven't needed to contact them for parts or service.

Overall:
My first bass and 5 years later I am still playing it. A great product, deffenetly worth the pickup if you need another bass or you are just looking to get into playing.