Ibanez Introduces Variety of New Bass Guitars

New Updated BTB Bass Line Expands with 7 and 4-String Models

Bensalem, PA – Earlier this year, Ibanez introduced two new updated Bass Workshop models to their BTB Bass Series: the 5-string BTB745, and its 6-string companion, the BTB746. These new models were lauded for their new updated body shape, which took comfort and stability to a new level.

For Summer 2017, Ibanez is expanding the BTB700 series with the bold, new BTB747 7-string model— and its more traditional counterpart, the 4-stirng BTB740. Both basses feature the newly designed contoured body—for superior comfort—and a longer upper horn, which connects to the body at the 18^th fret for improved stability and greater sustain. Other features include:

35” scale neck-through design

Rosewood fretboard fitted with stainless steel frets
“Zero” fret —for superior intonation, also allows open strings to ring with the same resonance as notes played up the neck

Mono-rail V bridge—with each isolated saddle securely locked to the body for maximum vibration transfer and minimal sympathetic string interference

Bartolini® BH2 pickups—for a punchy, articulate sound with well-developed overtones

The ever-evolving Ibanez BTB series has always aimed to provide bassists with innovative instruments to expand and inspire creative expression. With the addition of the BTB747 and 740, Ibanez continues to redefine the term “Boutique Bass”.

Features

BTB747

BTB 9pc Maple/ Rosewood/ Walnut neck-through
Walnut top/Mahogany/Ash body
Rosewood fretboard w/Abalone dot inlay
Medium Stainless Steel frets (+ zero fret)
Mono-rail V bridge
Bartolini® BH2 neck pickup
Bartolini® BH2 bridge pickup
Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ w/ 3-way Mid frequency switch (250Hz, 450Hz, 700Hz)
Cosmo Black hardware
D’Addario® NYXL strings
Natural Low Gloss (NTL) finish

LIST: $1,377.76

BTB740

BTB 5pc Maple/ Rosewood neck-through
Walnut/ Mahogany/Ash body
Rosewood fretboard w/Abalone dot inlay
Medium Stainless Steel frets (+ zero fret)
Mono-rail V bridge
Bartolini® BH2 neck pickup
Bartolini® BH2 bridge pickup
Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ w/ 3-way Mid frequency switch (250Hz, 450Hz, 700Hz)
Cosmo Black hardware
D’Addario® NYXL strings
Natural Flat Low Gloss (NTL) finish

LIST: $1,171.10

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NEW IBANEZ PREMIUM BTB BASSES BRING THE THUNDER

Bensalem, PA – For 2017 Ibanez is reintroducing basses to their Premium line. The 5-string BTB1805, and its 6-string counterpart the BTB1806, are elegantly contoured with bodies made from select tonewoods with dedicated hardware and electronics designed to produce a huge, rich tone. Neck-through construction, a two-octave fretboard, and a super-deep cutaway, promise sleek playability and enduring sustain.

Some of the most notable features on these models include:

BTB5/6 Wenge/Bubinga/Maple 9pc Neck-through w/ Graphite reinforcement rods
Rosewood/ Ash wing/ Rosewood Body – for tonal clarity and superior attack
Rosewood fretboard w/ Stainless Steel frets refined with the Premium Fret Edge treatment
Aguilar® DCB pickups
Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ
Mono-rail V bridge - for maximum vibration transfer with minimal sympathetic string interference

Both basses feature a 35’’ scale neck with a “zero” fret for precise intonation and to deliver the same resonance as notes played up the neck.

The Aguilar® DCB pickups, provide a dynamic and responsive attack, well-developed overtones, and singing sustain. Combined with the Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ w/EQ bypass switch, and 3-way mid frequency switch, the BTB1805 and 1806 both offer immense tonal possibilities for any playing situation. The Mono-rail V bridge consists of isolated saddles, each securely locked to the body for maximum vibration transfer with minimal sympathetic string interference. D'Addario® NYXL strings are installed to expand the dynamic range and harmonic response. Other features include a secure high-tech Neutrik® locking output jack, Gotoh® machine heads, gold hardware and gig bag.

Features

BTB1805/ BTB1806

BTB 9pc Wenge/Bubinga/Maple Neck-through w/ Graphite reinforcement rods
Rosewood Fretboard
Medium Stainless Steel frets
Rosewood / Ash wing / Rosewood body
Aguilar® DCB neck pickup
Aguilar® DCB bridge pickup
Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ
EQ bypass switch (passive tone control on treble pot), Mid frequency switch
Mono-rail V bridge
Gotoh® machine heads
Neutrik® locking output jack
Gold Hardware
Gig Bag included

LIST:

BTB1805: $2,204.43

BTB1806: $2342.21

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NEW PREMIUM BTB BASSES FEATURE FIGURED MAPLE BODY

Bensalem, PA – Earlier this year, Ibanez introduced two new updated Bass Workshop models to their BTB Bass Series: the 5-string BTB1805E, and its 6-string companion, the BTB1806. These new models were lauded for their new updated body shape, which took comfort and stability to a new level.

For Summer 2017, Ibanez is expanding the BTB series with the BTB1905E and the BTB1906E. These new models feature Figured Maple tops with Ash/Figured Maple bodies. Both basses also feature the newly designed contoured body—for superior comfort—and a longer upper horn, which connects to the body at the 18^th fret for improved stability. Neck-through construction, a two-octave fretboard, and a super-deep cutaway, promise sleek playability and enduring sustain. Other notable features on these models include:

BTB Wenge/Bubinga/Maple 9pc Neck-through w/ Graphite reinforcement rods
Figured Maple/ Ash/ Figured Maple body – for tonal clarity and superior attack
Rosewood fretboard w/ Stainless Steel frets refined with the Premium Fret Edge treatment
Aguilar® DCB pickups
Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ
Mono-rail V bridge - for maximum vibration transfer with minimal sympathetic string interference

Both basses feature a 35’’ scale neck with a “zero” fret for precise intonation and to deliver the same resonance as notes played up the neck.

The Aguilar® DCB pickups, provide a dynamic and responsive attack, well-developed overtones, and singing sustain. Combined with the Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ w/EQ bypass switch, and 3-way mid frequency switch, the BTB1905 and 1906 both offer immense tonal possibilities for any playing situation. The Mono-rail V bridge consists of isolated saddles, each securely locked to the body for maximum vibration transfer with minimal sympathetic string interference. D'Addario® NYXL strings are installed to expand the dynamic range and harmonic response. Other features include a secure high-tech Neutrik® locking output jack, Gotoh® machine heads, gold hardware and gig bag.

Features

BTB1905/ BTB1906

BTB 9pc Wenge/Bubinga Neck-through w/ Graphite reinforcement rods
Rosewood Fretboard
Medium Stainless Steel frets w/ Zero fret
Rosewood /Ash wing /Rosewood body
Aguilar® DCB neck pickup
Aguilar® DCB bridge pickup
Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ
EQ bypass switch (passive tone control on treble pot), Mid frequency switch
Mono-rail V bridge
Gotoh® machine heads
Neutrik® locking output jack
Gold Hardware
Finish: Brown Topaz Burst Low Gloss (BTL)
Gig Bag included

LIST:

BTB1905: $2,204.43

BTB1906: $2342.21

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The Celebration Continues with 2^nd Edition SR 30^th Anniversary Basses

Bensalem, PA – For 2017, Ibanez is celebrating the 30^th Anniversary of the SR Series Bass. Earlier this year, to commemorate this milestone, Ibanez introduced four 30^th Anniversary models —two from the esteemed Ibanez Premium line (SR30TH4PE & SR30TH5PE), and two standard series models (SR30TH4 & SR30TH5). To continue the celebration, this summer Ibanez is introducing three 2^nd Edition SR Anniversary basses: 4 and 5-string versions of the SR30TH, (SR30TH4II & SR30TH5II) featuring Flamed Ash tops, and a Premium 5-string model (SR30TH5PII) featuring a Lacewood top. All of the 30^th anniversary basses share a unique 3 sound-hole design that enhances the warm resonance of the semi-hollow construction. Other features include:

SR30TH5PII 2^nd Edition Anniversary Premium Bass

Lacewood top with ash/ mahogany back body

Atlas 5-pc wenge/bubinga neck w/ KTS™ TITANIUM rods – for the ultimate in neck stability

Mono-rail V bridge—for complete intonation adjustment, with each isolated saddle securely locked to the body for maximum vibration transfer and minimal sympathetic string interference

Nordstrand™ pickups— for a dynamic and responsive attack with well-developed overtones.
Hardshell case included

SR30TH4II and SR30TH5II 2^nd Edition Anniversary Basses

Flamed Ash top/ mahogany back body

SR4 5-pc jatoba/bubinga neck w/ KTS™ TITANIUM rods

Accuc-cast bridge—for complete intonation adjustment

Bartolini® MK-1 pickups— for a full, dynamic, punchy tone

Over the past three decades the SR series has become one of the most popular and distinctive bass guitars in the world.

Features

SR30TH5PII Premium 2^nd Edition Anniversary

Atlas-5 5pc Wenge/Bubinga neck w/KTS ™ TITANIUM rods
Lacewood top/Ash/Mahogany back semi-hollow body
Medium frets w/Premium fret edge treatment
Mono-rail V bridge
Nordstrand™ "Big Single" neck pickup
Nordstrand™ "Big Single" bridge pickup
Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ w/EQ bypass switch (passive tone control on treble pot) & Mid frequency switch
Gold hardware
Hardshell case