Ibanez SR305EMSS – Metallic Silver Sunburst

The Ibanez SR305EMSS is a modern 5-string electric bass, part of the legendary SR series that has provided players with a contemporary alternative for decades. This instrument continues to excite with its smooth, fast neck, lightweight body, and perfectly matched electronics, offering exceptional playability and a vast tonal palette for various genres. The sleek design, coupled with the stunning Metallic Silver Sunburst finish, ensures a standout aesthetic on any stage.

Key Features:

• Body Material: Mahogany body provides a warm, rich tone and comfortable, lightweight performance.
• Neck Material & Fingerboard: Features a strong and stable SR5 5pc Maple/Rosewood neck with a Rosewood fretboard (or in some models, Jatoba) and white dot inlays, offering a slim, easy-to-play profile.
• Scale Length: 34" scale length for optimal string tension and tonal balance.
• Pickup Configuration: Equipped with PowerSpan Dual Coil passive humbucking pickups, developed by Ibanez, which produce a stronger signal and increase the response of the higher frequencies without sacrificing the low end, resulting in a tone rich in harmonic detail and dynamic expression.
• Switching System: Includes Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ w/3-way Power Tap switch for maximum control over a wide variety of professional bass tones. Tap Mode (single coil) provides a punchy, dynamic sound, Series Mode (humbucking) delivers a full, warm tone, and Power Tap Mode offers the best of both worlds.
• Bridge System: Features the Accu-cast B125 bridge with 16.5mm string spacing, designed with extra-wide string slots and channels to effectively "trap" the saddles, ensuring perfect directional uniformity and intonation stability.
• Hardware: Cosmo black hardware adds a killer and stealthy appearance.
• Number of Frets: 24 Medium frets offer a smooth, fast two-octave playing range.
• Nut Width: 45mm at the nut for a comfortable and precise playing feel on the 5-string neck.

Built with Ibanez's commitment to innovation and craftsmanship, the Ibanez SR305EMSS redefines modern bass performance. Its combination of a lightweight design, superior tonal clarity from the PowerSpan Dual Coil pickups, and the versatile 3-band EQ with Power Tap switch makes it a musical chameleon. This instrument exemplifies the quality and perfectly matched electronics that have made the SR series a continued favorite for players seeking a modern alternative. The slim, fast neck and comfortable feel are features often found in Ibanez's higher-end models, making this a truly value-packed bass.

Why buy from Ernie Williamson Music?

Ernie Williamson Music is a full-line music store offering sales, service, rentals and the best lesson programs in the area. We are a "Best of the Ozarks" award winner, ranked in the top 100 music stores in the US, the number one Taylor Guitar dealer in Missouri, and a top 20 Taylor Guitar dealer in the US. We're a locally owned store with friendly, knowledgeable staff—but we make sure our prices compete with the big box stores. Whether you shop online or come by one of our four regional locations, you'll get excellent service, quality gear, and low prices.