Description
The Ibanez Mode Series MDM1600 is a modern reinterpretation of a truly iconic bass design, blending classic inspiration with contemporary performance features. Designed for today’s innovative bassists, the Mode series honours the core elements that have made this style of bass a staple across countless genres, while introducing modern playability, electronics, and aesthetics to meet the demands of current musical landscapes.
Built to bridge the sounds of the past with the evolving needs of modern players, the MDM1600 delivers exceptional versatility. Whether your role calls for deep, supportive grooves or intricate, technically demanding performances, this bass is engineered to excel. Its responsive feel and wide tonal range empower players to craft distinctive and memorable bass lines in any musical context.
Main Features
Roasted Maple Neck
The roasted maple neck is heat treated to improve stability, durability, and resistance to moisture and temperature changes. This results in a reliable, comfortable playing feel with consistent performance in all environments.
Rosewood Fretboard
The rosewood fretboard delivers a well balanced, solid tone with a focused mid range, providing warmth and clarity that suits a wide range of playing styles.
Medium Stainless Steel Frets
Medium stainless steel frets offer excellent durability and long term reliability. Their smooth feel supports precise articulation and consistent performance over time.
Poplar Burl Top and Alder Body
The striking poplar burl top adds a distinctive visual character, while the alder body produces a balanced, bright tone with enhanced resonance and sustain.
Delta S4J Pickups
Delta S4J pickups deliver crisp high end attack, full and punchy mid range, and a tight, powerful low end. They perform equally well with a wide range of amplifiers and effects, making them ideal for both live and studio use.
Ibanez Sonitech S Preamp with 3 Band EQ
The Sonitech S preamp is carefully voiced across the entire frequency spectrum and features two selectable three band mid range banks alongside a passive tone control. This design provides exceptional tonal flexibility with intuitive control.
3 Way Mid Frequency Switch with Hexa Mid System
The Hexa Mid system allows access to two mid range banks, each offering three distinct frequency points. This gives a total of six selectable mid frequencies, making it easy to dial in a precise and personal bass tone.
EQ Bypass Switch
The push pull EQ bypass switch allows you to switch instantly between active EQ and passive operation, offering tonal flexibility and reliability in any performance situation.
Ibanez Aero Light Machine Heads
Aero Light machine heads are made using Extra Super Duralumin to significantly reduce weight while maintaining tuning accuracy and durability. This improves overall balance and comfort, especially during long gigs.
MR5S Bridge
The MR5S bridge features adjustable saddles that allow variable string spacing by plus or minus 1.5 mm, accommodating different playing preferences with ease.
Luminescent Side Dots
Luminescent side dot markers ensure clear fretboard visibility on dark stages and in low light environments.
Gig Bag Included
Supplied with an Ibanez gig bag designed specifically to protect and fit the MDM1600.
Special Design Features
Super All Access Neck Joint
The Super All Access Neck Joint enhances playability by providing effortless access to the upper frets, supporting expressive playing across the full range of the instrument.
Specifications
- MDM4 Roasted Maple neck
- Poplar Burl top/Alder body
- Rosewood fretboard w/White dot inlay
- Medium Stainless Steel frets
- Delta S4J neck pickup
- Delta S4J bridge pickup
- Ibanez Sonitech S Preamp 3-band EQ
- EQ bypass switch (push/pull)
- 3-way Mid frequency switch w/Hexa Mid system
- MR5S bridge (19mm string spacing)
- Black hardware
- Ibanez Aero-light machine heads
- Luminescent side dot inlay
- Gig bag included
Delivery
This product is on order with our suppliers
This item is normally sent to Mainland UK addresses by DPD who generally provide a one-hour window of delivery on the morning of delivery by email or text message.
FREE delivery within mainland UK
UK Non-Mainland: from £12
Rep. of Ireland and Mainland Europe: from £30 (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.
3 years warranty for VIP members
