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While Talman basses normally have the more common 34” “long-scale” neck, the TMB30 offers a “short-scale” 30” neck. The shorter neck is often preferred by players of smaller stature who find a long-scale instrument to be unwieldy. It is also a favorite of guitarists who double on bass— the shorter scale having a feel closer to that of an electric guitar.

The TMB30 features include a Mahogany body for a warm, punchy tone, a Maple neck with Jatoba fretboard, a Standard bridge, and a black pickguard to complete the classic vibe. Electronics consist of an Ibanez Dynamix P neck pickup and a Dynamix J bridge pickup for that rich, vintage sound.
Ibanez TMB30 Bass Mint Green
Ibanez TMB30 Bass Mint Green
Ibanez TMB30 Bass Mint Green

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Neck
  • Shape: Info not available
  • Wood: Maple
  • Neck joint: Info not available
  • Scale length: 30"
  • Truss rod: Yes
  • Finish: Info not available
Pickups
  • Active or passive pickups: Passive
  • Pickup configuration: P/J
  • Neck: Not applicable
  • Middle: Split single coil
  • Bridge: Single coil
  • Brand: Dynamix
  • Series or parallel: Parallel
  • Active preamp: Not applicable
  • Special electronics: Not applicable
Fretboard
  • Material: Jatoba
  • Radius: Info not available
  • Fret size: Medium
  • Number of frets: 20
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Nut material: Info not available
  • Nut width: Info not available
  • Neck width at 12 fret: Info not available
Body
  • Cutaway: Double cutaway
  • Construction: Solidbody
  • Body wood: Mahogany
  • Top wood: Not applicable
  • Body finish: Info not available
  • Orientation: Right handed
Controls
  • Control layout: Master volume and balancer
  • Pickup switch: No
  • Coil tap or split: No
  • Tone switching: No
  • Special switching: No
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed
  • Bridge design: Std.
  • Tailpiece: Not applicable
  • Tuning machines: Die-cast
  • Color: Chrome
Other
  • Number of strings: 4
  • Pickguard: Yes
  • Special features: Not applicable
  • Case: Sold separately
  • Accessories: Info not available
  • Country of origin: Info not available

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Warranty terms vary. Check with manufacturer for specific product warranty.

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4.78

23 Reviews

95%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

ITS SO PRETTY 😭😭😭
Very solid beginner bass!
Love it!
This a great bass for guitar players who sometime play bass.

Filters

Best Uses

  1. Practicing17
  2. Jamming16
  3. Recording5
  4. Small Venues5
  5. Rock Concerts3

Cons

  1. Fret Buzz6
  2. Neck Dive1
  3. Doesn't stay in tune very well.1

Describe Yourself

  1. Experienced9
  2. Novice6
  3. Professional Musician3
  4. Child1

Pros

  1. Fun To Play19
  2. Good Feel19
  3. Good Pick Up13
  4. Good Tone12
  5. Solid Electronics10

Reviewed by 23 customers

  • Happy with my purchase

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byGary

    fromKalamazoo MI

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Great bass for the money - playable right out of the box. Love the versatility of the pickups.

  • Wonderful bass guitar

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byAudrey

    fromAlabama

    I bought this guitar in ivory a few weeks ago. I've played bass quite a bit over the years, but I'd always borrow others' guitars to fill in for gigs and such. It's great quality for the price—it doesn't feel "cheap" or have any problems at all. My only complaint (if you'd even call it that) is that all short-necked basses have looser strings; therefore, the E string sometimes buzzes. That's not a problem with the guitar itself as it is an issue with every short-scale. Overall, though, I love it!

  • ITS SO PRETTY 😭😭😭

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byRachel

    fromFalls Church VA

    So I got the mint green color and it's super pretty, I bought this as a beginner bassist and it's working pretty well for me right now. The wood is extremely smooth and the frets too. Of course I can't say much because I am a beginner but it feels nice, there is a bit of fret buzz.

  • Blown away!!

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byJake

    fromColorado Springs

    I absolutely hate buying instruments online, you don't get a chance to feel if they're going to play well or not. I am so surprised at how well this bass was put together, and setup! Right out of the box, I tuned it and it was good to go. Low action, neck is straight, intonated perfectly, I don't have a thing to adjust or change. Strongly recommend!

  • Best short scale bass in the market under $500.

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byDon

    fromLombard, IL

    I have small hands so a short scale bass is perfect for my needs. The Ibanez delivers!

  • It's a decent little bass

    4

    submitted4 years ago

    byLyndon O

    fromIn the woods, Ga

    I bought this for my wife. It's a short scale bass so it's light for her and easier for her to manipulate. Little bit of fret buzz but nothing I can straighten out. You know it's a risk ordering them offline. The bass is super easy to play and smooth playing though.

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  • submitteda year ago

    asked byDaval

    fromundisclosed

    is this standard scale or short scale?

    is this standard scale or short scale?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    "Scale length: 30"" That's a short scale.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byJack

    fromSaratoga, NY

    does this guitar get set up before delivery?

    does this guitar get set up before delivery?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This instrument would come with a factory setup.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byHyson

    fromCA

    When will the Ibanez TMB30 Bass Ivory be in stock?

    When will the Ibanez TMB30 Bass Ivory be in stock?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    We aren't able to discuss the availability of items via this means of communication. Give us a call at 866-498-7882 and we can get you an accurate idea of when this will be in stock.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byLorelei

    fromTorrance, California

    Does this bass come in medium or small scale?

    Does this bass come in medium or small scale?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    This is a short scale - 30"

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byCori

    fromVancouver, Washington

    Does this bass come with a strap or do you have to buy it separately?

    Does this bass come with a strap or do you have to buy it separately?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    It is sold separately.

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byMariana

    fromSan Jose,ca

    Do you have this product for people who are left handed ?

    Do you have this product for people who are left handed ?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    We don't carry it normally, but give us a call at 866-498-7882 and we can look into a special order for you.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byRowdy

    fromRuidoso NM

    Does this bass come with a bag and cable?

    Does this bass come with a bag and cable?

    Open Reply - Gear Specialist
    Unfortunately the bag and cable are sold separately.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byBIG ED

    fromGULF SHORES

    WHAT CASE FITS THIS AXE?

    WHAT CASE FITS THIS AXE?

    Open Reply - Gear Specialist
    Most standard bass cases fit this guitar. One option would be Musician's Gear MGMBG Molded ABS Electric Bass Case