SAINTE-GENEVIÈVE-DES-BOIS, France
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Carefully inspected and professionally set up by our guitar workshop, this instrument is a showroom model, never used, in like-new condition.Ibanez Premium gigbag, original cardbox, and accessories included.IBANEZ MDM1300 NAB Natural Stained Amber BurstMode Series Weight: 3.750 kg Serial: I260110553Solid-body electric bass, Fender Jazz Bass style Ash body Bolt-on roasted maple neck Roasted maple fingerboard Dot inlays Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12") Scale length: 864 mm (34") Plastic nut 24 medium frets 2 Delta S4J humbucking pickups Active electronics Controls: Volume, Balance, Master Tone, Bass, Middle, Treble EQ Bypass switch with Push/Pull function 3-position selector switch MR5S bridge Ibanez Aero-light tuners Black hardware D’Addario EXL165 stringsFor decades, Ibanez has built a rather unique reputation in the bass world: that of a brand unwilling to remain stuck in established standards. While many manufacturers mainly aim to reproduce historical formulas, Ibanez has always pursued experimentation, refined ergonomics, modern electronics, and instruments capable of evolving alongside the needs of modern bass players. This philosophy is precisely what defines the new Mode Series, especially this MDM1300, which pushes even further the concept of a Jazz Bass reinvented for contemporary demands.From the very first touch, the MDM1300 feels like an instrument designed without compromise. The classic J-style format is instantly recognizable, yet everything seems redesigned to provide more comfort, fluidity, and efficiency. The reshaped body significantly improves upper fret access, while the 24 frets open up a much wider playing range than a traditional Jazz Bass. This bass is not merely built to support the groove — it clearly encourages a more melodic, technical, and modern style of playing.The instrument’s quality is also immediately noticeable in its acoustic response. The bass resonates with remarkable precision and dynamics, offering an even balance across the entire neck. Every note speaks naturally, with a particularly clean definition that instantly delivers a “studio-ready” feel. You can sense that Ibanez designed this instrument to perform equally well in demanding live situations and professional studio recordings.But it is especially in the electronics department that the MDM1300 truly asserts its personality. The Delta S4J pickups deliver a highly precise attack while remaining impressively quiet, preserving an exceptional level of detail in the playing. Combined with the active Sonitech S preamp, they provide access to an extremely broad and modern tonal palette.The three-band EQ is already highly musical in its behavior, but the real standout feature is the Hexa Mid system. Being able to select six different midrange frequencies completely changes the approach to tone shaping. You can scoop the mids for a more hi-fi and contemporary sound, boost specific frequencies to enhance attack in a dense mix, or dial in a more organic and vintage character. This flexibility genuinely makes the instrument adaptable to almost any musical context without losing its identity.The active/passive switching further enhances this versatility. In active mode, the bass reveals all of its precision and modernity, with tremendous sound-shaping capabilities. In passive mode, it regains a more direct, natural, and warmer response while maintaining excellent clarity. This dual personality makes the instrument particularly appealing for musicians who move between multiple styles and playing situations.In terms of comfort, the MDM1300 is clearly designed for modern bassists. The roasted maple neck provides an immediate sense of stability and exceptional smoothness under the fingers, while the stainless steel frets enhance both playing precision and long-term durability. The individual bridge design improves string separation and intonation accuracy, and the 19 mm spacing allows effortless transitions between fingerstyle, slap, and more contemporary techniques without ever feeling restrictive.Ultimately, this Ibanez MDM1300 NAB perfectly illustrates how Ibanez continues to innovate without abandoning the historical foundations of the electric bass. It retains the elegance and spirit of a Jazz Bass, but with a far more modern, sophisticated, and versatile approach. This is not simply a high-performance bass — it genuinely inspires players to explore new textures, push beyond their habitual playing styles, and shape their sonic identity with impressive freedom.
Original Price€1,499
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