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This just arrived and I am totally blown away. First of all, I bought it as a "blemished" unit as it was a return. I've inspected every square inch of this thing and there is not a scratch or scuff on it. It's absolutely mint. Plugging it in, the tone is fantastic as is the playability. The Nordstrand pickups are amazing as is the Ibanez preamp. All in all, I don't think there is anything I could be happier about. As always, zZounds is the best with customer service and the overall purchasing experience. This is my third instrument from them and then never disappoint.

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For the past few years, I've played Sterling By Music Man basses, but I've had a disappointing experience with the one that I bought this summer. I was about to pull the trigger on getting an American made Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay, but I decided to give this Ibanez a try. Besides being significantly cheaper than the EBMM (like over $1000 cheaper), this Ibanez is aesthetically very pleasing, and it plays beautifully. I've always liked the necks on Ibanez guitars and basses, and this one did not disappoint. And the sound of this thing is phenomenal. It is just plain superior to the Sterling (which I'm presently trying to sell).Bottom line: I'm a convert. I don't foresee buying another Sterling, and I can't really justify the expense of an EBMM when the Ibanez plays and sounds this damn good.

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This Bass is flawless, very easy to play and a gorgeous finish. I've helped build furniture and the quality and finish of this Bass is second to none! If you want to upgrade your bass guitar this is the best one to get!