The Ibanez EHB1005MS combines cutting-edge design with advanced playability, making it the perfect choice for modern bassists. Its headless construction, ergonomic contours, and chambered body provide a lightweight, balanced feel, ideal for long practice sessions or demanding live performances. With premium tonewoods, Bartolini® pickups, and a versatile 3-band EQ, this 5-string bass is engineered to cut through any mix while offering endless tonal flexibility.

Key Features

• 5pc Roasted Maple/Walnut Neck with Graphite Reinforcement – Heat-treated for durability and stability with outstanding sustain.
• Roasted Birdseye Maple Fretboard – Exotic appearance with rich sustain and balanced tonal response.
• Medium Stainless Steel Frets – Long-lasting, durable frets for smooth playability.
• American Basswood Body – Provides a natural, flat, and articulate tonal foundation.
• Bartolini® BH2 Pickups – Tight low end, punchy mids, and smooth highs with balanced string-to-string response.
• Vari-Mid 3-Band EQ – Includes variable mid-frequency control for a wide range of tones.
• Ibanez Custom Headpieces – Rugged yet lightweight for secure, easy string changes.
• MR5HS Bridge – Individual bridge pieces maximize vibration transfer with adjustable string spacing (+/- 1.5mm).
• EQ Bypass with Passive Tone Control – Switch between active EQ and passive mode for tonal flexibility.
• Luminescent Side Dots – Easy visibility on dark stages.
• Schaller S-Locks Strap Pins – Ultra-reliable strap locks built for live performance.
• Ibanez Gig Bag Included – Custom-fit protection for your instrument.

Part of the innovative Ibanez Bass Workshop series, the EHB1005MS embodies over 40 years of Ibanez’s pioneering spirit in bass design. Built for players seeking new sonic frontiers, this bass offers the playability, comfort, and tonal range to inspire creativity across all genres.

Special Design Features

• Ergonomic Body Design – Maintains consistent playing position seated or standing.
• Slanted Body Back – Brings the bass closer to the player for better control and comfort.
• Chambered, Rounded Body Edges – Lightweight, balanced, and ideal for long gigs or sessions.
• Scooped Lower Horn Cut – Provides easier access to upper frets.
• Detachable Finger Ramp – Enhances fingerstyle technique and comfort.

Why Choose the Ibanez EHB1005MS?

• Ultra-modern headless design with premium comfort.
• Equipped with Bartolini® electronics for professional-grade tone.
• Perfect for extended performances thanks to its lightweight, chambered body.
• Versatile enough for jazz, rock, metal, funk, and beyond.
• Designed by the Ibanez Bass Workshop, where innovation meets playability.

Ibanez EHB1005MS Specifications

• Neck type: EHB55pc Roasted Maple/Walnut neck with Graphite reinforcement rods
• Top/back/body: American Basswood body
• Fretboard: Roasted Birdseye Maple fretboard Off-set Abalone dot inlay
• Fret: Medium Stainless Steel frets
• Number of frets: 24
• Bridge: MR5HS bridge
• String space: 18mm
• Neck pickup: Bartolini® BH2 neck pickup Passive
• Bridge pickup: Bartolini® BH2 bridge pickup Passive
• Equalizer: Vari-mid 3-band EQ with EQ bypass switch (passive tone control on treble pot)
• Factory tuning: 1G,2D,3A,4E,5B
• Strings: D'Addario® EXL170-5SL
• String gauge: .045/.065/.080/.100/.130
• Hardware colour: Black

Neck Dimensions

• Scale: 889mm/35" - 838mm/33"
• Width: 45mm at NUT
• Width: 74mm at 24F
• Thickness: 19.5mm at 1F
• Thickness: 21.5mm at 12F
• Radius: 500mm

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