The Ibanez BTB806MS 6-string Bass Guitar - Transparent Gray Flat is a musician’s dream, meticulously crafted to offer a pro-level playing experience. This instrument is a fusion of select-grade materials, neck-thru construction, and top-quality components. The 5-piece maple/walnut neck is reinforced with graphite rods, providing tonal clarity, upgraded attack, and massive sustain. The panga panga fingerboard enhances the overall sound with a tight low- and mid-range, and a sharp attack on the high end.

This 6-string bass guitar features the distinctive 37" scale, ensuring clear sounds even when down-tuned. The double-cutaway design, topped with a bold polar burl, and ash/okoume wing body provide bright, solid tones with a rich sustain. The instrument's sound is driven by a set of T1 pickups, each with separate dual-coil construction for a tight bottom-end, punchy mid-range, and smooth response. Further, the Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ gives you the freedom to customize your sound, offering Boost and Cut for the Mid Control centered on slightly different frequencies.

Key Features:

• 5-piece maple/walnut neck with graphite reinforcement rods for tonal clarity and sustain
• Panga Panga fingerboard for a tight low- and mid-range sound
• 37" scale for clear down-tuned sounds
• Double-cutaway design with a polar burl top and ash/okoume wing body
• T1 pickups with separate dual-coil construction for versatile sound
• Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ for sound customization
• 24 medium-sized, durable stainless-steel frets
• MR5S bridge with adjustable saddles for specific string spacing
• 3-way Mid frequency switch to change the mid-tone between 250, 450, and 700 Hz
• Hardshell case included

Product specs

FAQs

What is the neck profile like on the Ibanez BTB806MS 6-string Bass Guitar?

The Ibanez BTB806MS features a BTB6 neck profile made from a 5-piece Maple/Walnut construction, providing stability and comfort for complex finger work across its multi-scale design.

How does the multi-scale design of the Ibanez BTB806MS affect playability?

The multi-scale design, ranging from 34.5" to 37", enhances tension and intonation across the strings, offering a more balanced feel and improved tonal clarity, especially beneficial for extended-range bass playing.

What kind of tones can I expect from the T1 Humbucker pickups on the Ibanez BTB806MS?

The T1 Humbucker pickups deliver a powerful and articulate tone, ideal for a variety of genres, offering rich lows and clear highs, making it versatile for both studio recording and live performances.

Is the Ibanez BTB806MS suitable for advanced players?

Yes, the Ibanez BTB806MS is designed with advanced players in mind, featuring a neck-through construction, multi-scale design, and high-quality materials that provide superior playability and tonal options.

What materials are used in the construction of the Ibanez BTB806MS body?

The body of the Ibanez BTB806MS is crafted from Okoume and Ash with a Poplar Burl top, finished in Satin Polyurethane, offering a combination of aesthetic appeal and tonal resonance.