Ibanez

Description

The SR series has gives bassists a modern alternative with its fast n+E398eck, lightweight body and perfectly matched electronics. The SR305E is a handsome 5-string bass designed for the experienced player. It starts with an immaculately finished mahogany body and sturdy 5-piece maple/walnut SR4 neck for a smooth feel. A jatoba fretboard with 24 medium frets allows for comfortable playability. An Accu-cast B125 bridge provides superior string vibration transfer and precise intonation.

PowerSpan Dual Coil Pickups Provide Phenomenal Punch

The SR305E's electronics are two PowerSpan Dual Coil pickups. PowerSpan pickups offer higher output, clarity and fullness than any in the SR305's class. Accessed by the 3-way Power Tap switch, these proprietary pickups offer three tonal personalities: a rich humbucker sound, a pure single-coil sound or an enhanced single-coil sound—fattened by lows from the humbucker pickups.

3-Band EQ Creates a Vast Array of Sound-Shaping Possibilities

Add the ability to dial in precise tone preferences via the Ibanez Custom 3-band EQ, and the SR305E is a musical chameleon. Roll off the highs for a warmer, vintage tone or boost the mids for extra punch. Ample tonal control means you can shape your sound to perfectly match the needs of any song or style.

Fast Neck and Comfortable Body For All-Night Playing

The SR305E's sleek 5-piece maple/walnut neck and comfortable nyatoh arched body provide an experience much like Ibanez's higher-end SR series models. Playing the SR305E is fast, fluid and ergonomic, allowing you to comfortably groove for hours on end.

Premium Components at an Affordable Price

Pick up the Ibanez SR305E electric bass, and you'll quickly discover that Ibanez didn't sacrifice quality to bring you a value-packed bass guitar. From its robust electronics to premium tonewoods, the SR305E is built to perform at a professional level—all at an affordable price.

Open Box Ibanez SR305E 5-String Electric Bass Guitar - Level 2 Deep Ocean Metallic 197881573263
Open Box Ibanez SR305E 5-String Electric Bass Guitar - Level 2 Deep Ocean Metallic 197881573263
Open Box Ibanez SR305E 5-String Electric Bass Guitar - Level 2 Deep Ocean Metallic 197881573263

Features

Neck
  • Shape: Modern
  • Wood: Maple Jatoba
  • Neck joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 34"
  • Truss rod: Standard
  • Finish: Gloss
Pickups
  • Active or passive pickups: Passive
  • Pickup configuration: HH
  • Neck: PowerSpan Dual Coil
  • Bridge: PowerSpan Dual Coil
  • Brand: Ibanez
  • Series or parallel: Series
  • Active preamp: Yes
  • Special electronics: Active 3-band EQ with 3-way Power Tap switch
Fretboard
  • Material: Jatoba
  • Radius: 12"
  • Fret size: Medium
  • Number of frets: 24
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Nut material: Not specified
  • Nut width: 1.65" (42mm)
Body
  • Cutaway: Double cutaway
  • Construction: Solidbody
  • Body wood: Mahogany
  • Body finish: Gloss
  • Orientation: Right handed
Controls
  • Control layout: Master volume, balance, 3-band EQ
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed
  • Bridge design: Accu-cast B125 bridge
  • Tuning machines: Diecast
  • Color: Black
Other
  • Number of strings: 5
  • Pickguard: No
  • Special features: Pickups
  • Case: Sold separately
  • Accessories: None
  • Country of origin: Indonesia

Specs

Neck
  • Shape: Modern
  • Wood: Maple jatoba
  • Neck joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 34"
  • Truss rod: Standard
  • Finish: Gloss
Pickups
  • Active or passive pickups: Passive
  • Pickup configuration: HH
  • Neck: PowerSpan Dual Coil
  • Bridge: PowerSpan Dual Coil
  • Brand: Ibanez
  • Series or parallel: Series
  • Active preamp: Yes
Fretboard
  • Material: Jatoba
  • Radius: 12"
  • Fret size: Medium
  • Number of frets: 24
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Nut material: Not specified
  • Nut width: 1.65"
Body
  • Cutaway: Double cutaway
  • Construction: Solidbody
  • Body wood: Mahogany
  • Body finish: Gloss
  • Orientation: Right-handed
Controls
  • Control layout: Master volume, balance, 3-band EQ
  • Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed
  • Bridge design: Accu-cast B125 bridge
  • Tuning machines: Die-cast
  • Color: Black
Other
  • Number of strings: 5
  • Country of origin: Indonesia

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Reviews

4.5

26 Reviews

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

I'm very satisfied with my gear and the excellent service.
Great bass for the price.
Great Guitar

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Great Guitar

I have played christian music and in worship bands since the late 60's and have used many different guitars and this is the easiest and best sounding guitar I have ever used.

VS

Most Liked Negative Review

3

Poor Build Qualtiy

The bass itself is great. Pickups sound amazing, great feel and tone. There was a slight buzz which I eventually found out was due to the truss rod. The reason for such a low rating is the truss rod itself. It kept warping to an extreme extent. It was never overtightened; however, the allen head of the truss rod quickly became stripped, essentially ruining the guitar. Luckily, I had pro coverage and was able to get a refund for the price of the guitar. Overall, I feel like it is a solid bass, I was just unlucky.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Practicing14
  2. Jamming12
  3. Recording10
  4. Small Venues9
  5. Rock Concerts7
Cons
  1. Fret Buzz8
  2. Poor Pick Up1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced15
  2. Novice3
  3. Professional Musician3
Pros
  1. Good Feel18
  2. Good Pick Up18
  3. Fun To Play17
  4. Good Tone17
  5. Solid Electronics15

Reviewed by 26 customers

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  • Fantastic 5 String

    4

    submitteda year ago

    byPeter

    fromOrlando, Florida

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I just started playing again and recently purchased this bass. It is lightweight and comfortable to play. There is a little bit of fret buzz on the low B string but a slight adjustment to the saddle height fixes that. #sweepstakes

  • I'm very satisfied with my gear and the excellent service.

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byEdward

    fromPalmdale CA.

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I love the Sounds and the feel of my 4, 5 and 6 string SDGR Ibanez Bases. With my Mark Bass 104 Bass speaker Box with my Mark Bass, Marcus Miller 500 watt amp head. Now my sound, sounds more professional. Thank you Guitar Center 🎸

  • Super sound!!!

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byNicolas

    fromBrimfield,il

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Excellent bass to play rock, jazz, or country.

  • I would buy this again

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byMary

    fromTennessee

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Got this for my grandson for Christmas. I ordered it early, Christmas is over a month away but I wanted to make sure it was delivered on time. It showed up in like 6 days. Great time. He hasn't opened it yet but I know he will love it.

  • I would buy again!

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byKeith

    fromBloomington, mn

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Sounds great, ibanez has best neck

  • Great bass for the price.

    4

    submitted4 years ago

    byRuss

    fromAkron, OH

    I have been playing in bands since I was 13 and I must say, I love everything about this guitar except for when it comes to changing the battery. It should be an easy task, but because of the short wires, it is very difficult. Definitely not a quick, on stage, change.