Ibanez SR505N-MAM

The Ibanez SR505N-MAM is a 5-string electric bass guitar from the Ibanez SR series, combining the ergonomic Soundgear body shape with an extended-range configuration and modern active electronics. It features an Okoume body and a 5-piece Roasted Maple/Walnut SR5 neck, designed to provide a comfortable playing feel with good stability and a clear, focused response. The 34-inch scale, 24 medium frets and 16.5 mm string spacing make it a versatile choice for players who want the additional low-B range of a 5-string bass while retaining a relatively compact and comfortable layout. (Ibanez)

The SR505N-MAM is equipped with a pair of Nordstrand Big Break passive pickups, which combine a powerful, full-bodied tonal character with clarity and noiseless performance. The instrument uses Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ, providing bass, mid and treble boost/cut controls. A 3-way mid-frequency switch allows the centre frequency of the mid control to be selected between 250 Hz, 450 Hz and 700 Hz, while the EQ bypass switch enables passive operation. When the EQ is bypassed, the treble control functions as the global passive tone control. (Ibanez)

The bass features a Midnight Arctic Ocean Matte (MAM) finish, black hardware, a Rosewood fretboard and abalone oval inlays. Its MR5S bridge uses adjustable saddles that allow the string spacing to be varied by ±1.5 mm from the standard 16.5 mm setting. The instrument is fitted with D'Addario EXL165 + .130 strings and is factory tuned to standard 5-string bass tuning. The recommended case is the MB300C, while the IBB540-BK is listed as a recommended gig bag. (Ibanez)

Key Features

• 5-string electric bass guitar

• Ibanez SR Soundgear series

• Okoume body

• 5-piece Roasted Maple/Walnut SR5 neck

• Rosewood fretboard

• Abalone oval fretboard inlays

• 24 medium frets

• 34-inch scale length

• 16.5 mm standard string spacing

• 2 × Nordstrand Big Break passive pickups

• Full-bodied and articulate pickup response

• Noiseless pickup performance

• Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ

• Bass, mid and treble controls

• 3-way selectable mid-frequency switch

• 250 Hz, 450 Hz and 700 Hz mid-frequency options

• EQ bypass switch

• Passive tone control when EQ is bypassed

• MR5S adjustable bridge

• Black hardware

• Midnight Arctic Ocean Matte finish

Specifications

• Type: 5-string electric bass guitar

• Series: SR / Soundgear

• Model: SR505N-MAM

• Body Shape / Product Type: SR-style solid-body electric bass

• Materials / Construction: Okoume body; 5-piece Roasted Maple/Walnut neck; Rosewood fretboard

• Dimensions / Scale / Size: 864 mm / 34" scale; 45 mm nut width; 68 mm width at 24th fret; 19.5 mm neck thickness at 1st fret; 21.5 mm at 12th fret; 305 mm radius

• Key technical specifications: 5-string configuration; 24 medium frets; 16.5 mm string spacing; factory tuning 1G, 2D, 3A, 4E, 5B

• Electronics / Connectivity: 2 × Nordstrand Big Break passive pickups; Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ; EQ bypass switch; 3-way mid-frequency switch

• Hardware: MR5S bridge; black hardware

• Finish / Color: Midnight Arctic Ocean Matte (MAM)

• Included Accessories: D'Addario EXL165 + .130 strings; MB300C case and IBB540-BK gig bag recommended separately

• Other relevant specifications: String gauges .045/.065/.085/.105/.130; black PPS nut; 9V-powered active electronics

The Ibanez SR505N-MAM is best suited to bassists looking for a modern 5-string electric bass with a comfortable SR body, extended low-B range and flexible tonal shaping. Its Nordstrand Big Break pickups, 3-band EQ and selectable mid frequencies make it particularly suitable for rock, funk, metal, fusion, pop, contemporary and studio applications.