Ibanez SR305DX 5-String Electric Bass
SR5 neck. Agathis body. Phat EQ.
Overall User Ratings (based on 129 ratings)
Submitted August 4, 2005 by a customer from yahoo.com
"Awsome bass!"
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I don't think I will be buying any other bass, although I might buy the silver one also to keep as a back-up, alt. tuning bass.
Sound
I give it a 9 because the low B seems to not 'pick up' that clearly, but I did buy it second hand, so it might be a pick-up height adjustment. Aside from that, this has got to be one of the better sounding basses out there. Plus, active pick-ups make the difference. Not bad for stock pick-ups!
Features
With all the tone knobs, I feel I can get that ;just right' sound. I had owned an old Ibanez TR-50 (which is an awsome bass for being a 'beginner' bass) and that thing only had 1 volume, 1 tone. So this is ALOT better.
Quality
Well, I'm getting frett buzz, I heightened the bridge, and it took care of alot of it, but I'm still getting some through. I think after I get some different strings it should clear up. But, then again, it might have been something the previous owner screwed up.
Value
Better than alot basses I see between $800-$1,200. For it's cost, and because it's a 5-string, you really can't find a better bass. The stock active pick-ups really are amazing for being stock. over all, unless you want to pay over a grand, get this bass!
Manufacturer Support
never had to deal with them.
The Wow Factor
I got the black model, and with all the black, and the chrome acessories, it has a real nice look. plus it's aerodynamic-like, so its sleek and smooth to the touch.
Musical Background:
Active Musician
Musical Style:
Rock, Metal
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Submitted August 11, 2012 by eddy white in manheim, PA
"may be cheap in price but an AWESOME bass"
I bought the sr305dx on a whim I didn't have much money to spend so I took a stab at it and got it. I'm glad I did this bass is great to play no complaints at all the low b was a bit of a problem so I did a set up myself anyway the b is fine now I'm telling you if you have a chance definatly try this bass out I never thought of buying it never really liked ibanez much I had an ibanez iceman before and the sr305 blows it away easy!! And yes I know what I'm talking about I've been playing over 20 years this bass is also very versatile if you know how to eq your amp then trust me this bass is for you!! My hats off to ibanez for this one.
Musical Background:
been playing bass for over 20 years this is my absolute favorite bass to play
Musical Style:
I play just about anything especially metal blues hard rock old school country jazz classical etc...
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Submitted January 29, 2005 by a customer from aol.com
"Best sound for the Buck"
I will definetly keep this bass and just see what else is out there
Sound
The sound is rich and powerfull for all aplications including slap, the Low B string could sound a little better.
Features
just a cheap cabel and a allen wrench and manual
Quality
The wood could of been a little better because once u install strap locks you need to retighten the screws pretty often. the bridge could have been a little better
Value
It is well worth it's price
Manufacturer Support
did not have the oprutunity to deal with them yet
The Wow Factor
It has a very professional look, chrome over moon shadow is a nice combination
Musical Background:
music major
Musical Style:
Funk,Jazz,R&B
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by a customer from hotmail.com
"My first five string =)"
It's very good but could be better. Anyway it's definitely worth the money I paid for it.
Sound
Best I've heard yet. There might be and probably is better sounding basses around but anyway it sounds great :)
Features
This one has the Phat active bass boost system which turned at max is great for the usual stuff. Turned off the sound gets more clear and is great when tapping and/or soloing. The volume does drop pretty much when the boost system is turned off so you might want to have some effect pedal or something to add a little more power with it..
Quality
Always something to make better. I think the neck could definitely be better manufactured than this one has. The frets are too long so their ends scratch my fingers and some of them seem to be a little lifted so I bet I'll have some problems with it later..
Value
Despite the flaws this one's sure worth the Euros I paid for it.
The Wow Factor
This one's both. A good looking and great sounding instrument. I tried several basses from different manufacturers (Yamaha, Warwick, Epiphone, OLP and Ibanez). The Yamaha was the second best option but cost more so I chose the Ibanez.
Musical Style:
Rock, Blues etc
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Submitted February 16, 2006
"BTB!"
Sound
Pay the extra 260 dollars and get an Ibanez BTB ! I have the 300DX very nice.. but lemme tell you for 260 more... BTB ! or perhaps another HIGHER Sound gear model, all I know is the old BTB kills this thing.
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