For 30 years the SR has given bass players a modern alternative. With its continued popularity, Ibanez is constantly endeavoring to answer the wider needs of a variety of players, at a variety of budgets. But no matter what the specs, the heart is the same -- SR continues to excite with its smooth, fast neck, lightweight body, and perfectly matched electronics.

There are three principles behind the Ibanez Prestige line: Precision, Performance, and Playability. Prestige combines high-tech manufacturing techniques with old-world Japanese craftsmanship, in order to achieve true innovation in design and construction. The series incorporates ideas and suggestions from musicians from around the world as the cornerstones of the Prestige production process.

Features:

- Atlas HP 5pc S-TECH Maple/Walnut neck
Atlas HP 5pc S-TECH Maple/Walnut neck provides a well-balanced note attack and tone with rich sustain. The S-TECH special roasted treatment increases the wood's stability, durability, water resistance and tolerance of temperature changes.

- Rosewood fretboard
Rosewood fretboard provides a well-balanced solid tone with a focused mid range.

- Medium frets with Prestige fret edge treatment
Medium sized frets enhance the accuracy of your notes. Prestige Fret Edge Treatment guarantees effortlessly fast playing.

- Ovangkol top / African Mahogany body
The Ovangkol top with African Mahogany body provides a warm tone with rich resonance.

- Nordstrand(TM) Big Single pickups with wood… read more cover
Nordstrand(TM) "Big Single" cram a meaty a single coil into a soapbar-style pickup, producing a full-bodied, powerful, aggressive tonal texture, while still retaining the clarity that's characteristic of single coil pickups. The pickups' beautiful wood cover imbues this bass guitar with an exotic appearance.

- Ibanez Sonitech Preamp 3-band EQ
Ibanez Sonitech Preamp 3-band EQ has specially tuned tonal characters over the whole frequency range, with customized functions for maximum flexibility and ease of use. The unit is made in Japan with premium quality.

- Gotoh(R) machine heads
Gotoh(R) machine heads provide superior precision, a smooth feel, and excellent tuning accuracy.

- MR5S bridge
The MR5S bridge has adjustable saddles for variable string spacing by +/- 1.5mm, answering every bassist's specific string spacing needs.

- EQ bypass switch (push/pull)
The EQ bypass switch (push/pull) switches between EQ bypass (Pull) or EQ on (Push). When the EQ is activated, Bass Boost/Cut and Treble Boost/Cut controls are available.

- 3-way Mid frequency switch w/Hexa Mid system
Hexa Mid system allows players to choose between 2 different settings for the 3-way Mid Frequency switch which in total provides 6 Mid Frequency options. Its incredible tonal variation and flexibility paired with user-friendly function will surely help players in exploring their ideal bass sounds.

- Luminlay side dots
The Luminlay side dot position marks make it easy for players to see fretboard position marks when performing on dark stages.

- Hardshell case included
Ibanez Hardshell case gives extreme protection for your beloved instrument.

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