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Description

The Ibanez GSR205SM gives you stunning visuals, powerful sound, and impressive playability. An affordable member of Ibanez's renowned Sound Gear series, the GSR205SM features a compact poplar body with an eye-catching, spalted maple top and a fast neck profile for maximum comfort. The active Phat II bass boost provides additional low-end power not found on other basses at this price. Keep your band grooving all night with the GSR205SM from Ibanez.

Spalted Maple Top Adds Visual Intrigue

The GSR205SM's spalted maple top gives this bass a stylish appearance that will turn heads on stage. Spalted maple features striking dark lines and patterns that make each instrument unique. Combined with the mahogany body and jatoba fretboard, the spalted maple top results in an instrument that looks as good as it sounds.

Phat II Active EQ Dials in Your Tone

Ibanez's Phat II active equalization gives you control over your bass tone. The Phat II bass boost adds additional low end for a full, punchy sound. From a deep fundamental tone to a bright slap sound, the Phat II EQ lets you craft your perfect bass tone to suit any genre or playing style.

Fast, Comfortable Neck Inspires Fluid Playing

The GSR205SM's five-piece maple neck provides a smooth playing experience. Its slim yet sturdy profile allows for fast runs and effortless position shifts. The 22 medium frets offer plenty of room for expressive basslines and solos. Whether you prefer fingering or slapping techniques, the GSR205SM's neck provides an inspiring platform for your bass creativity.

High-Quality Components at an Affordable Price

While the GSR205SM is a budget-friendly instrument, it does not skimp on components. Dynamix H passive pickups provide a balanced tone. The B15 bridge offers solid tuning stability. Grover tuners help this bass stay in tune through long gigs and practice sessions. Overall, high-quality components allow the GSR205SM to perform well above its price class. Available at Guitar Center, get you GSR205SM today.

Ibanez GSR205SM 5-String Electric Bass Brown Burst Rosewood fretboard
Ibanez GSR205SM 5-String Electric Bass Brown Burst Rosewood fretboard

Features

  • Neck type: GSR5 Maple neck
  • Body: Spalted Maple top/Mahogany body
  • Fretboard: Jatoba fretboard w/White dot inlay
  • Fret: Medium frets
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Bridge: B15 bridge
  • Neck pu: DXH-5 neck pu (Passive)
  • Bridge pu: DXH-5 bridge pu (Passive)
  • Equaliser: Phat II eq
  • Hardware: color Black

Reviews

4.45

31 Reviews

92%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Good bass
I would recommend it
Amazing bass for an amazing price

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Amazing bass for an amazing price

I bought this product only after the GSR205 in walnut was back-ordered to a date over three months after I ordered it. However, I'm very happy with it. The finish is gorgeous, the pickups sound clear, the neck is fast, the fingerboard is smooth- it's a wonderful bass. However, there is slight fret buzzing, even when tuned to E standard. Not a huge deal, especially when compared to the many pros.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

You get what you pay for

I have owned several premium Ibanez basses and have always found them to be good quality in terms of built, feel and sound. This 205SM does not fall into that category. to its credit it is lightweight and comfortable on my shoulder and back for long perioids of play. It looks beautiful as well. The volume pot for the neck P/U developed some static and spraying contact cleaner didn't resolve the issue. I probably will have to replace the 500K pot. The tone isn't stellar to my ears and all in all it doesn't measure up to any previous 5 strings I have owned. I don't like this bass but gave it 3 stars because I don't hate it..just dislike it overall. Selling it cheap and don't care about losing money. I just want it gone and out of my life..I will stick with better quality basses.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Practicing19
  2. Jamming17
  3. Recording10
  4. Small Venues10
  5. Rock Concerts6
Cons
  1. Fret Buzz7
  2. Poor Pick Up1
  3. Needed some setup and tightening1
  4. After 4 weeks starts rattling1
  5. Took it back to store and returned it.1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced16
  2. Novice5
  3. Professional Musician4
Pros
  1. Good Feel23
  2. Fun To Play21
  3. Good Tone21
  4. Solid Electronics17
  5. Good Pick Up15

Reviewed by 31 customers

  • Great size bass.

    5

    submitted7 months ago

    bySam

    fromMacon, Georgia

    I am a Gospel and CCM musician that needed a reliable bass to navigate my auditions and practices and found this to be perfect for the speed of my playing style and the tone variety is second to none at this price.

  • Ridiculously good for such a low price

    5

    submitted9 months ago

    byMike

    fromBoston, MA

    This is *seriously* a fantastic little bass. Plays great and sounds great. The Jatoba fingerboard is incredibly comfortable. Even at its slightly shorter scale length, the B is clear and punchy. Only downside is the controls. I prefer blend pots instead of separate volume pots and at least two band EQ as opposed to a single tone knob (and ideally the pots have detent notches) but you're already getting a quality instrument at a very reasonable price and can only expect so much. In almost every respect, this guitar exceeds expectations.

  • Good bass

    5

    submitteda year ago

    bydaniel

    fromwashington state

    Love it. it's my first bass and it's very easy to play. I'm 6'5 and it's a great size for me. The cutouts are very comfortable and the bass overall is beautiful. The tone is great, the pickups have some real power.

  • Very nice bass

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byTravis

    fromRacine, OH

    This is a very nice bass. The price might suggest otherwise, but i have been impressed with it. It sounds great, is easy to play, comfortable, and looks nice as well. I did have to adjust the truss rod and the intonation a bit, but that's to be expected. The electronics allow for a wide range of tones and some serious low end. I have been very pleased with the purchase thus far.

  • I would recommend this product to friends

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byMelanie

    fromGa

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Great quality

  • Great purchase

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byEric

    fromHouston tx

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    This is my first Schecter bass. So glad I took the advice of my guitar professional. Outstanding.

Q&A

Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byjim

    frombellmore,ny

    how much does this guitar weight

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    All basses vary depending on the density of the wood. Even the same model can vary up to 1.5 lbs Manufacturers usually only spec size and type of wood. Bass Guitars are generally between 8.00 and 10.00 lbs. The only way to know the weight of an individual instrument is to weigh it. I'm sorry I don't have one to weigh. This will be approximately 8.5 – 9.5 lbs.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byNathan

    fromBrandon

    Is this a Precision bass or a Jazz bass?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    It's neither. The Precision and Jazz are made by Fender, not Ibanez

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byJames

    fromCO

    What are the knobs on the bass

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    A volume knob for each pickup and two tone knobs

  • submitted8 years ago

    asked bySasquatch225

    fromChicago Illinois

    What kind of strings are included on it and which length of strings does it use

    Open Reply - Gear Specialist
    5 String / for Ibanez 28.6"scale .045 / .065 / .085 / .105 / .130