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IBANEZ SR305E-DOT Deep Ocean Metallic

Serial Number: I251103632

Weight: 3.750 kg (8.27 lbs)

5-string SR-style solid-body electric bass

Nyatoh body

5-piece bolt-on maple/walnut neck

Jatoba fingerboard

White dot inlays

Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")

Scale length: 864 mm (34")

Nut width: 45 mm (1.77")

Plastic nut

24 medium frets

2 PowerSpan Dual Coil humbucking pickups

Ibanez Custom Electronics with 3-band EQ

Controls: Volume, Balance, Bass, Middle, Treble

3-position Power Tap switch

Accu-cast B125 bridge

Ibanez tuners

Cosmo Black hardware

D'Addario EXL165 + .130 strings

For decades, Ibanez has established itself as one of the leading names in the world of electric bass guitars. Renowned for producing modern, comfortable, and highly versatile instruments, the Japanese brand appeals to both beginners and experienced musicians thanks to a value-for-money ratio that is often hard to match. The Soundgear (SR) series perfectly embodies this philosophy, offering ergonomic, high-performance, and accessible basses. The Ibanez SR305E-DOT is no exception.

The Ibanez SR305E-DOT features a stunning Deep Ocean Metallic finish, giving it a modern and elegant appearance. Its deep metallic blue evokes the shades of the ocean and subtly reflects light depending on the viewing angle. Understated yet distinctive, this finish beautifully highlights the sleek and refined lines of the Soundgear series.

From the moment you pick it up, you immediately experience what has made SR basses so popular: exceptional comfort and outstanding ergonomics. Its nyatoh body is lightweight and perfectly balanced, while the 5-piece maple and walnut neck provides excellent stability and a fast, precise playing feel. The slim neck profile makes movement across the entire fingerboard effortless, even with a fifth string, allowing for long rehearsals and performances with maximum comfort.

The jatoba fingerboard features 24 medium frets that are easily accessible thanks to the generous body cutaways. Whether exploring the extended low range of the B string or venturing into higher registers, the SR305E responds smoothly and accurately.

In terms of tone, this bass is equipped with a pair of Ibanez-designed PowerSpan Dual Coil humbuckers. Their sound is powerful, articulate, and remarkably versatile. Combined with the 3-position Power Tap switch, they provide instant access to different tonal personalities: a rich and deep humbucker mode, a brighter and more articulate single-coil mode, and a Power Tap mode that blends punch, clarity, and presence.

The active Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ further enhances the instrument’s versatility. Bass, midrange, and treble controls allow precise tonal shaping to suit any musical context. From warm, rounded tones for jazz and soul to the sharp attack required for slap bass, all the way to the powerful and modern sounds demanded by rock and metal, the SR305E delivers impressive flexibility.

The addition of a fifth string opens up new musical possibilities by naturally extending the instrument’s low-end range. Bass lines gain greater depth and authority without sacrificing definition or playability. Thanks to its 34-inch scale length and thoughtful design, the low B string maintains balanced tension and remains highly usable across all styles of music.

Whether you are a bassist looking for your first 5-string instrument or an experienced musician seeking a reliable and versatile bass, this Ibanez SR305E is ready to deliver. Its comfort, broad tonal range, and solid construction make it an ideal companion for the stage, the studio, or practice at home.

In summary, the Ibanez SR305E-DOT perfectly represents the brand’s expertise: a modern, elegant, and extremely versatile bass offered at a highly attractive price considering its features and performance. An inspiring, adaptable, and capable instrument that once again demonstrates Ibanez’s ability to produce basses with exceptional value for money.