Description
Ibanez have impressed us with this New Ibanez BTB866MS-BRF BTB Series 6-String Bass Guitar in Brown Topaz Burst Flat, Multiscale Fretboard in Bass, it’s in stock, and ready to ship with fast, reliable delivery across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. For more details within Bass, additional Bass Guitars options, full specifications, demos, images, videos, and secure online ordering, read on below.
The Ibanez BTB866MS-BRF is a masterclass in modern bass guitar design, blending boutique craftsmanship with professional-grade features at an accessible price point. Crafted to reflect the dedication of serious musicians, this instrument offers a perfect balance of tone, playability, and innovation. Its multi-scale, neck-through construction combined with premium tonewoods and advanced electronics delivers a versatile and powerful sound suited to a wide range of musical styles.
At the heart of the BTB866MS is a 5-piece Maple/Walnut neck reinforced with graphite rods, providing exceptional stability and sustain. The unique 37-34.5 inch multi-scale layout ensures balanced string tension and enhanced clarity, especially when drop tuning, while the Panga Panga fretboard adds a distinctive tonal character with its tight lows and sharp highs. Complementing this is the Ash top with Ash and Okoume wing body, delivering bright attack and a rich, sustained tone.
Equipped with Ibanez’s T1 humbucking pickups, this bass offers a punchy, clear voice with flexible voicing options tailored to various genres. The Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ and 3-way mid frequency switch allow precise tonal shaping, while the MR5S bridge offers adjustable string spacing for personal comfort. The EQ bypass switch further enhances versatility by allowing passive tone control on the treble pot. The BTB866MS-BRF comes complete with a hard shell case, providing protection for your investment.
Multi-Scale Neck-Through Construction
The 37-34.5 inch multi-scale design offers balanced string tension across all strings, enhancing clarity and playability. Neck-through construction adds massive sustain and smooth access to higher frets, making it ideal for intricate playing styles and extended range techniques.
Premium Tonewoods
The combination of Ash top, Ash, and Okoume wing body woods produces a bright, solid sound with rich sustain and exceptional attack. The Panga Panga fretboard not only looks stunning but also contributes a tight low and midrange response with a sharp, articulate high end.
T1 Humbucking Pickups and Custom Electronics
Featuring individually mounted coils for ergonomic comfort and precise tonal control, the T1 pickups deliver a tight bass response with punchy mids and clear highs. Paired with the Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ and 3-way mid frequency switch, players can effortlessly sculpt their sound to fit any style or setting.
Adjustable Hardware and Versatile Controls
The MR5S bridge offers variable string spacing adjustments to suit individual playing preferences, while the EQ bypass switch provides the option to switch between active and passive tone control, enhancing the instrument’s versatility for both live and studio applications.
Key Features
- 37-34.5 Inch Multi-Scale Neck – Balances string tension for improved clarity and comfort, particularly beneficial for drop tuning and complex fingerwork.
- 5-Piece Maple/Walnut Neck with Graphite Rods – Offers outstanding strength, stability, and sustain, ensuring the bass stays perfectly in tune and responsive through rigorous playing.
- T1 Humbucking Pickups with Individually Mounted Coils – Provide a versatile tonal palette with enhanced ergonomic comfort and precise tonal adjustments for all musical styles.
- Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-Band EQ with 3-Way Mid Frequency Switch – Enables detailed tone shaping and the ability to switch between multiple mid frequency settings for maximum sonic flexibility.
Specifications
Neck
- Construction: Neck-through
- Material: 5-piece Maple/Walnut with Graphite reinforcement rods
- Scale Length: 37-34.5 inch multi-scale
- Fretboard: Panga Panga
- Frets: Medium Stainless Steel
Body
- Top Wood: Ash
- Body Wood: Ash / Okoume wing
- Finish: Brown Topaz Burst Flat
Hardware
- Bridge: MR5S with adjustable saddles for variable string spacing (+/- 1.5mm)
- Tuners: Standard Ibanez
Electronics
- Pickups: T1 Humbucker
- Controls: Volume, Tone, Ibanez Custom 3-band EQ, 3-way mid frequency switch, EQ bypass switch (passive tone control on treble pot)
Included Accessories
- Ibanez Hardshell Case
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