- Poplar Burl Top, Mahogany Wing Body, Ultra-Deep Cutaways and Neck-Thru-Body Construction
- Xtra-Long 35"-Scale 9pc. Wenge/Bubinga/Maple Neck w/Graphite Reinforcement Rods; 24-Fret Rosewood Fingerboard w/Premium Fret Edge Treatment
- Nordstrandā¢ "Big Single" 5 Bridge and Neck Pickups w/EQB-IIISC 3-band EQ w/EQ bypass switch & Mid frequency switch
- Gold Hardware Includes Mono-Rail IV Bridge and Gotoh Tuners
- Includes Gig Bag
Product description
Without a doubt, your instrument should equal the quality of your effort. At some point the word boutique comes to mind: Select-grade materials, neck-thru construction, and top quality components, all in a meticulously crafted instrument. But what about the price? That's where Ibanez comes in. Ibanez's ability to build small-shop quality into inspiring yet affordable instruments is showcased by BTB series basses.The BTB1605E Premium blends boutique style, top-shelf features and unsurpassed playability performance. The signature BTB body sports ultra-deep cutaways for effortless access to the higher frets while the mahogany wing body and beautiful poplar burl top offer gorgeous aesthetics and superb tone. For incredible stability and tons of sustain, the 9pc. wenge/bubinga/maple BTB5 neck runs through the body and features graphite reinforcement rods. The neck also sports an extra-long 35 scale length to provide unparalleled articulation, tight, even tension with no flopping on the low end, and added sustain on the high strings. The rosewood fingerboard houses 24 medium frets that have undergone Ibanez's exclusive Premium fret edge treatment for exceptional playability and fretting-hand comfort.Not only does this bass have an amazing feel and look, but the BTB1605E Premium also offers a great sound and incredible sonic flexibility thanks to its versatile electronics. Under the hood, a pair of Nordstrand Big Single pickups provide the clarity of single coil pickups, while the large body gives players a full and aggressive tone. The EQB-IIISC preamp features a 3-band EQ with mid frequency switch that's fine-tuned specifically for the BTB. The active 3-Band EQ features fully independent bass, treble, and mid Controls with a wide boost/cut range. The mid-frequency select switch allows you to instantly select 250Hz and 600Hz - the heart of the mid zone - for a more dynamic and ideal tone. The electronics also include a high-performance secure high-