Ibanez SR655 Electric Bass, 5-String
The versatile P/J pickup configuration, 3-band EQ and 5-piece jatoba/walnut SR5 neck make the Ibanez SR655 a bass that's built for the working musician.
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Submitted February 24, 2017 by Nate Dorelus in Stamford, CT
"Can't Go Wrong"
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This bass is absolutely worth every penny. She may look pretty but don't let her looks fool you, she's a BEAST. The passive tone sounds fantastic and the 3 band active EQ is accurate. The additional knob next to the volume lets you use the bass as a P bass, J bass, or a P/J hybrid. The variation in tone makes it really easy to play across a broad spectrum of music genres. The bass is lightweight and the pickups are very responsive. Would definitely recommend this to any bass player intermediate and up.
Musical Background:
I've been playing bass for 5 years, keys for 10. I play for my church and gig with Christian Hip/Hop artist Caleb McCoy
Musical Style:
Gospel, hip-hop, salsa, reggae, jazz, neo-soul
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Submitted January 23, 2016 by Christopher C in Waterbury, CT
"Great Bass from Ibanez"
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The SR necks can be a tad an the slim side for some, which is why their 5 string offerings usually feel so comfortable, and this one is about perfect. I love the satin finish and like all SR basses this one has a nice weight and balance, easy for getting into the upper registers is you so desire. Set up on mine was great out of the box, I raised the action a hair to my taste. Frets are nicely polished. To me the 655 trumps most of the other offerings on the SR line as I prefer the tone of an ash body on a bass, and the Nordstrand CND Pickups are light years ahead of the cheap Barts found in most. Choice of active or passive eq is nice. I generally run passive but have found a lot of good tones from both settings. I cannot comment here on manufacturer support as it hasn't been needed, in the past Ibanez has always stood behind their products.
Musical Background:
35+ year performer. Teacher, composer, and side man for hire. Guitar, bass, percussion, brass, woodwinds and strings
Musical Style:
Mostly blues and jazz, but love playing classical and metal as much as sitting in a trio or big band
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Submitted June 8, 2017 by John S in Kingsport, TN
"A great bass with an issue"
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Purchased this for back up 5er. Main is a Dingwall Super J5 for anyone that cares. Packaging was minimal but bass did arrive with no cosmetic issues. Fit and finish is better than average for a bass in this price range. Set up was satisfactory and playable right out of the box. Tone is satisfactory and sits well in the mix. Low B sounds decent for a 34 scale instrument. Lows have to be managed or are a bit overbearing. Sadly, the bass I received has a HUGE grounding issue. Horrible hum/buzz both passive and active with pick up knob anywhere near center detent. I was forced to utilize only the P pick ups which managed to bring hum/buzz down to a minor roar. Sound guys finally quit glaring at me. I'm torn about what to do. I really like the bass. Tone is good. But PJ pick up set rendered useless by whatever the problem is. At this price break point, a customer shouldn't be expected to chase down a grounding issue or trouble shoot a bad pick up or pre. If I return it, there is no guarantee that a replacement wont have the same problem. This bass would be a 4, but my personal experience has been a 2 at best. Not happy.
Musical Background:
Bassist 37 years.
Musical Style:
CC, P&W, Rock, Alt, Blues, FUnk, R&B,Country.
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