Description
The Ibanez BTB945 is a premium 5-string bass crafted for discerning musicians seeking outstanding tone, exceptional playability, and rich sustain. Featuring neck-through construction and boutique-quality materials, this bass delivers a powerful, clear sound with versatility that shines in both studio recordings and live performances. Its advanced electronics and expertly selected woods provide a refined tonal palette, ideal for serious players demanding precision and durability.
Main Features
- 5-piece Maple/Walnut neck with Graphite reinforcement rods for superb stability, tonal clarity, and extended sustain
- Rosewood fretboard offering balanced tone with warm, focused mid-range
- Medium stainless steel frets ensuring smooth playability and long-lasting durability
- Poplar Burl top combined with Okoume and Ash wings delivers bright, solid tones with rich resonance
- Nordstrand™ Big Single soapbar pickups for powerful, aggressive tone while maintaining clarity and definition
- Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ with EQ bypass switch for both active and passive tone shaping
- 3-way mid frequency switch to tailor your mids for enhanced tonal versatility
- MR5S bridge with fully adjustable saddles allowing string spacing customisation by ±1.5mm
- Neck-through body design for seamless upper fret access and enhanced sustain
Specifications
- Neck Type: BTB5 5-piece Maple/Walnut with Graphite reinforcement rods, neck-through
- Body: Poplar Burl top, Okoume/Ash wing body
- Fretboard: Rosewood with abalone dot inlays
- Frets: 24 medium stainless steel frets plus zero fret
- Bridge: MR5S bridge with adjustable saddles
- String Spacing: 19mm
- Pickups: Nordstrand™ Big Single (neck and bridge, passive)
- Equaliser: Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ with bypass switch and 3-way mid frequency selector
- Factory Tuning: 1G, 2D, 3A, 4E, 5B
- Strings: D'Addario® NYXL45130SL (.045/.065/.080/.100/.130 gauge)
- Hardware Finish: Black
Neck Dimensions
- Scale Length: 889mm (35")
- Nut Width: 47mm
- Width at 24th Fret: 76mm
- Neck Thickness: 20mm at 1st fret, 22mm at 12th fret
- Radius: 400mm
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What type of neck construction does the Ibanez BTB945 use?
The BTB945 features neck-through construction, which provides excellent sustain and smooth access to higher frets.
➤ Can I switch between active and passive electronics on this bass?
Yes, it has an EQ bypass switch enabling you to toggle between active 3-band EQ and passive tone control for versatile sound options.
➤ What pickups are installed in the BTB945?
It comes equipped with Nordstrand™ Big Single soapbar pickups at both neck and bridge positions for powerful yet clear tonal response.
➤ How can I adjust string spacing on this bass?
The MR5S bridge features independently adjustable saddles, allowing you to custom set string spacing by ±1.5mm to suit your playing style.
➤ What scale length does this bass have?
The Ibanez BTB945 has a 35" (889mm) scale length, offering a full range and optimal string tension for a 5-string bass.
Delivery
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This item is normally sent to Mainland UK addresses by DHL who generally provide a two-hour window of delivery on the morning of delivery by email or text message.
FREE delivery within mainland UK
UK Non-Mainland: from £12.99
Rep. of Ireland and Mainland Europe: from £35 (calculated at checkout).
Order this item before 2pm we will despatch it on the same day
Warranty Information
Ibanez Warranty Information: 1 year
Please note this information is provided for guidance only as manufacturer warranties may be updated from time to time. For full please visit the manufacturer's website here.
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