Ibanez EHB1505MS Bass Guitar, 5-String (with Gig Bag)

A 5-string with some power, the EHB1505MS not only gets you the tone you've been looking for -- its ergonomic design makes long sessions more comfortable.

What's special about this item?

Feature: What it does:
Mahogany body with poplar burl top Rich and resonant tone
Nordstrand Big Splits pickups Articulate, coil-tappable
Panga Panga fretboard Snappy response, mid-forward tone
Schaller Strap Locks Secures strap to instrument; easy on/off

The EHB1505MS features a figured Poplar Burl top on an African Mahogany body. This combination offers warm tones and rich resonance. A 9-piece Panga Panga/Walnut neck imparts strong attack with tight low-end, while the Panga Panga fretboard delivers ample sustain. Highly durable stainless steel frets accentuate tonal brightness and will not rust. The luminescent side dot inlays are easy to see in dark environments and the truss rod adjustment is located at the end of neck for easy access.

The EHB's headless construction and specially designed body enable the player to maintain a similar playing position whether seated or standing. Its contoured, ergonomic design and chambered body make for a lightweight, well-balanced, and comfortable instrument that's excellent for long sets or practice session. There is extra carving on the back of the body behind the lower horn for easier upper fret access. Also, the top half of the back of the body is slanted which allows the bass to rest slight closer to the player's body for better control and a more ergonomic feel.

The Nordstrand Big Split linear humbuckers supply a punchy, powerful, and well-balanced tone, with tonal characteristics between a P and J pickup. The Nordstrands are paired with a 3-band active EQ with a variable mid-frequency. There is also an EQ bypass switch for passive operation with the treble control acting as a passive tone control when the EQ is bypassed. The electronics package supplies a variety of different tones read more suitable for a wide range of styles.

The MR5HS bridge is designed especially for the EHB basses and features wide intonation range. Each bridge piece is independently and securely attached to the body for maximum vibration transfer, and the saddles are adjustable for string spacing +/-1.5mm. Teflon washers are used on each tuner for a smooth tuning action.
Schaller S-Lock strap lock pins and a Neutrik locking jack hold the strap and cable securely, and a detachable finger ramp and a gig bag are included with each instrument.
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Neck: EHB5 9pc Panga Panga/Walnut neck with Graphite reinforcement rods
Scale Length: 889mm/35" scale at 5th string, 838mm/33" scale at 1st string
Body: Poplar Burl top/Selected light weight African Mahogany body
Fretboard: Bound Panga Panga fretboard with Abalone off-set dot
Frets: Medium Stainless Steel
Neck Pickup: Nordstrand Custom Big Split
Bridge Pickup: Nordstrand Custom Big Split
EQ: Vari-mid 3-band EQ
Controls: EQ bypass switch (passive tone control on treble pot)
Bridge: MR5HS bridge (18mm string spacing)
Hardware: Black
Strap Locks: Schaller S-Locks strap pins
Inlays: Luminescent side dot inlay
Finger Ramp: Included
Factory Tuning: 1G,2D,3A,4E,5B
String Gauge: .045/.065/.080/.100/.130
Gig Bag: Included
Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
Black Ice Flat
Shipping Weight: 13.55 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 44 x 17 x 5 in
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): EHB1505MSBIF
Pacific Blue Burst
Shipping Weight: 16 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 45 x 17 x 5 in
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): EHB1505MSPLF

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. (2 ratings)
Submitted August 3, 2020 by a customer from gmail.com

"EHB1505MS - the perfect bass"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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I'm not a fan of headless instruments but soon as I saw this shape it called out. I decided to get the tropical seafloor instead of the flat back variant because of the Nordstrand pickups - I made the right call. I have another Ibanez bass with the bartolinis in it and that bass is awesome - but wow this bass is so much better. It sits perfect, doesn't move. The pickups bring so much clarity and tonal control. Best bass I've ever owned or played.
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