For 30 years the SR has given bass players a modern alternative. With its continued popularity, Ibanez is constantly endeavoring to answer the wider needs of a variety of players, at a variety of budgets. But no matter what the specs, the heart is the same-SR continues to excite with its smooth, fast neck, lightweight body, and perfectly matched electronics.
The SR305E is equipped with PowerSpan Dual Coil pickups. Developed by Ibanez, the exposed pole pieces of the PowerSpan Dual Coil pickups produce a stronger signal, and increase the response of the higher frequencies without sacrificing low end. The result is a tone rich in harmonic detail and dynamic expression. These are coupled with Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ w/3-way Power Tap switch. The 3-band EQ works in conjunction with a coil tap switch for maximum control over a wide variety of professional bass tones. Tap Mode (single coil) creates a punchy, dynamic sound with superior articulation. Series Mode (humbucking) delivers a full, warm tone, and Power Tap Mode provides the best of both worlds-combining the clarity of the single coil with the fat bottom end of the humbucker.
It also features the Accu-cast B120 Bridge, which has extra-wide string slots to accommodate even the heaviest of gauges. Walls and channels of the new bridge plate effectively "trap" the saddles, ensuring perfect directional uniformity.
Features
- SR5 5pc Maple and Walnut neck
- Nyatoh body
- Jatoba fretboard
- White dot inlay
- Medium frets
- Accu-cast B125 bridge
- PowerSpan Dual Coil neck pickup (Passive)
- PowerSpan Dual Coil bridge pickup (Passive)
- Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ w/3-way Power Tap switch
- Cosmo black hardware