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Description

Discover the Ibanez AFR5MP, a masterpiece designed for discerning bassists who crave a fusion of artistry and innovation. This 5-string electric bass boasts a heritage tracing back to Ibanez's iconic boutique basses from the early '90s, reimagined with modern enhancements for today's musicians. Crafted with a maple body adorned with a stunning flame maple and walnut top, the AFR5MP delivers a crisp, resonant sound that will captivate any audience.

The 3-piece maple neck, fortified with graphite rods, ensures exceptional stability and sustain, while the ebony fingerboard offers a bright, articulate response. The ingenious "half-neck-through" construction maximizes vibration transfer, producing a rich, full-bodied tone. A unique thumb rest is carved into the body, providing ample space for smooth, comfortable plucking.

At the heart of its sonic versatility is the AeroSilk MR5 piezo bridge. With isolated saddles and integrated piezo pickups, it captures the warmth of an acoustic double bass, further enhanced by the Bartolini X55JX split single-coil pickup for a punchy, dynamic sound. The dual-band EQ and piezo controls allow seamless tone sculpting, enabling you to fine-tune your sound for any setting.

Key Features:

  • Maple body with flame maple/walnut top
  • 3-piece maple neck with graphite reinforcement
  • Ebony fingerboard, 34" scale length, and 24 medium frets
  • AeroSilk MR5 bridge with piezo pickups
  • Bartolini X55JX split single-coil pickup
  • Dual-band EQ and piezo volume/tone controls
  • Unique thumb rest for enhanced playability
  • 19mm string spacing for comfortable fingerstyle or slap techniques
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2019 IBANEZ AFFIRMA BASS AFR5 new model - Piezo & Magnetic pickup sound.

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2019 IBANEZ AFFIRMA BASS AFR5 new model - Piezo & Magnetic pickup sound.

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No Exactly model

The Model is 4 strings, the correct version is AFR4FMP-TGF.

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See how Amos Williams uses Ibanez AFR5MP

Amos Williams

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Amos is seen here in the video playing his Ibanez AFR5FMP on the song King and a four string version of the same bass (Ibanez AFR4FMP) on the songs Smile, The Arrow, and Juno.

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