Ibanez GIO SOUNDGEAR GSR205 5-String Electric Bass, Gloss Black

Five strings, a slim neck, and the extended low range that made the GIO Soundgear a first step up from four.

The GSR205 sits in Ibanez's GIO Soundgear line, the range built to put the SR family's slim, fast neck profile and a low B within reach of a player moving up from a four string. It suits a rehearsal room or a small stage: the extra string adds range without adding bulk, and the neck stays comfortable for a player crossing over.

Condition

Used, good. The gloss black finish carries light surface scratches and dust. The headstock face shows finish chipping and wear at the top edge. Green oxidation is present on the frets and the strings are tarnished; a fresh set of strings and a clean of the fretboard are recommended before playing. Hardware is bright with minor tarnish. All five strings are present, and the bridge and pickups are intact.

Tested and working. All controls and both pickups respond as expected.

Sold as the bass only. No case, no gig bag, no cable, no strap.

Key features

• Brand Ibanez, model GSR205, GIO Soundgear line, approximately 2000s.
• Five string configuration, giving a low B below standard bass range.
• Two pickups, one at the neck and one at the bridge.
• Slim Ibanez neck profile, comfortable for a player moving between four and five strings.
• Chrome bridge with five individually adjustable saddles, so each string can be set for height and length.
• White dot fingerboard inlays.
• Gloss black finish.

FAQs

Q: Is this the actual bass in the photographs? A: Yes. Every photograph is of the instrument you will receive.
Q: Is there any structural damage or cracking? A: No. The wear is cosmetic: light surface scratches on the body, finish chipping at the top edge of the headstock, and fret tarnish.
Q: Does it need new strings? A: Yes. The strings are tarnished and the frets carry green oxidation, so a fresh set and a fretboard clean are recommended.
Q: Are all five strings present? A: Yes. All five are present, and the bridge and pickups are intact.
Q: What is included? A: The bass only. No case, no gig bag, no cable, no strap.
Q: Do you accept returns? A: No. All sales are final, which is why the photographs are detailed and the condition is described plainly.