My New Bass

[Brownsworthy]

Just picked up my new bass today it's the 30th anniversary edition SR I already have the 20th anniversary (bloody missed the 25th). It's a dream to play feels almost identical to the 20th anniversary nice slinky neck and string spacing, good for my not so big hands, and an eq that just about covers all basses (no pun intended).




The year 2017 represents an anniversary of the SR series. Throughout the past 30 years, Ibanez has been improving and developing the SR series by closely following market requirements and opinions from various artists and valued customers. SR is now one of the most popular and distinctive basses in the whole bass market. Ibanez is pleased to show its gratitude to its fans and celebrate SR’s 30th anniversary. The SR30TH4 brings a wide range of distinctive features, such as a half-hollow body, 3 iconic oval holes, and a beautiful Mahogany top, all of which create an artistic appearance for this anniversary bass. The half-hollow construction enhances body resonance, creating a warm and rich tone. This model uses the BartoliniR MK-1 pickups that are known for their bright sound. These different tonal aspects produce an excellent combination of sounds. The Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ, EQ bypass switch, and 3-way midfrequency switch allow for precise tonal control (250 Hz, 450 Hz, and 700 Hz). Both comfort and body balance are maintained through the model’s slightly thick, half-hollow body.

•SR4 5pc Jatoba/Bubinga neck
•Figured Mahogany top/Mahogany semi-hollow body
•Rosewood fretboard w/Abalone oval inlay
•Medium frets
•Bartolini® MK-1 pickups
•Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ w/Mid frequency switch
•Accu-cast B300 bridge (19mm string spacing)
•Cosmo black hardware

Oh, and whilst I was there I also put on laybuy a Boss Katana 100 1x12 with the GA FC Foot switch that I didn't tell SWMBO about.

[JohnH]

Looks nice. I really like the colour of your other one too. I’m not really a bass guy, but I gotta say this forum keeps making me reconsider

[Brownsworthy]

Give it a go John, I was a guitar only man a while back and I can tell you there ain't nothing quite like slapping, popping and tapping on a bass and gives you a better understanding of song composition.

[FrankenWashie]

Looks nice. I really like the colour of your other one too. I’m not really a bass guy, but I gotta say this forum keeps making me reconsider

You too eh John? For whatever the reason the IB5 tickles my fancy, no idea why.

[JohnH]

You too eh John? For whatever the reason the IB5 tickles my fancy, no idea why.

Me too - I figure if you’re planning on dropping a couple of strings, it’s gunna be easier to lose one than two!

[Brownsworthy]

You've got enough wood laying around Frankie, what about a 'sister' build to the silent build or should I say big brother.

[FrankenWashie]

Good idea BW, need to see if any of the blanks I have is long enough for a bass neck.

[fender3x]

Beautiful bass!

First time I have seen a Brit use a Baseball metaphor on an Aussie forum. Is that allowed? ;-)

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[Brownsworthy]

Haha, sorry fender3x I'm actually from Newcastle in NSW Australia but some of my ancestors came from around that area in England.

[fender3x]

Haha, sorry fender3x I'm actually from Newcastle in NSW Australia but some of my ancestors came from around that area in England.

Sorry about that! Didn't know there was more than one Newcastle. Even more surprised to learn that they use baseball references. ;-)

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