The Ibanez SR500N-MAM is a premium 4-string bass guitar designed for modern bassists who demand exceptional playability, versatile tone shaping, and lightweight comfort. Featuring Ibanez's renowned Soundgear (SR) body design, this instrument offers a sleek and ergonomic profile that feels natural whether you're performing on stage, recording in the studio, or practicing for extended sessions. The stunning Midnight Arctic Ocean Matte finish gives the bass a sophisticated and contemporary appearance that stands out while maintaining a professional look. Its lightweight Okoume body delivers a balanced tonal foundation with warm lows, focused mids, and clear articulation across the entire frequency spectrum.
Built for speed and precision, the SR500N features a 5-piece Roasted Maple and Walnut neck that provides excellent stability, enhanced sustain, and smooth playability. The slim SR4 neck profile allows effortless movement across all 24 frets, making complex bass lines, slap techniques, and fast passages feel comfortable and controlled. A Rosewood fingerboard adds warmth and richness to the instrument's overall tone while providing a smooth playing surface. The 34-inch scale length delivers familiar feel and excellent string tension, making the bass suitable for a wide range of musical styles including rock, funk, jazz, fusion, gospel, and modern metal.
At the heart of the SR500N are its powerful Nordstrand™ Big Break pickups, known for delivering full-bodied, punchy bass tones with exceptional clarity and low noise performance. Combined with the Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ, players can precisely shape their sound using bass, mid, and treble controls, along with an EQ bypass switch for passive operation and a 3-way mid-frequency selector for additional tonal flexibility. Whether you need deep, powerful lows, aggressive midrange punch, or crisp articulation, the SR500N adapts effortlessly to your playing style. Its MR5S bridge provides excellent tuning stability, sustain, and adjustable string spacing for personalized comfort, making this bass a reliable instrument for serious musicians.
Key Features
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Lightweight Okoume body for enhanced comfort and balanced tone.
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5-piece Roasted Maple/Walnut SR4 neck for superior stability and playability.
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Elegant Midnight Arctic Ocean Matte finish.
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Dual Nordstrand™ Big Break passive pickups for powerful, articulate sound.
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Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ with active/passive operation.
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3-way Mid Frequency Switch for advanced tonal shaping.
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24 medium frets on a smooth Rosewood fingerboard.
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MR5S bridge with adjustable string spacing for improved sustain and customization
