The Ibanez Premium SR1356B 6-string electric bass guitar is a high-end instrument that exceeds expectations in every way. Its sleek, contoured African mahogany body is beautifully finished in a Dual Mocha Burst Flat that adds an elegant touch to its already impressive appearance. The top is made of a stunning combination of walnut, panga panga, and maple, which not only looks great but also contributes to the instrument’s rich and complex tonal character.
The neck of the SR1356B is made of five pieces of panga panga and purpleheart, with KTS titanium rods reinforcing its strength and stability. The bound panga panga fingerboard features abalone oval inlays and medium-sized frets with Premium fret edge treatment, providing a smooth and comfortable playing experience across the entire neck. The Graph Tech Black TUSQ XL nut ensures optimal string vibration and tuning stability, making this bass guitar a joy to play.
The SR1356B is equipped with a pair of Nordstrand Big Single pickups, which are renowned for their massive, aggressive tone. With a “super-packed” coil, the Big Single is considered by Nordstrand to be the “tonal giant” of their pickup offerings. In addition, the SR1356B’s Custom Ibanez Electronics 3-band EQ gives you complete control over the bass, mid, and treble frequencies, allowing you to dial in the perfect tone for any musical style. The EQ bypass switch also provides a passive tone control on the treble pot, and the 3-way mid-frequency switch allows you to fine-tune your midrange.
The Mono-rail 5 bridge is an excellent choice for the SR1356B, as it enhances definition and sustain while providing accurate intonation and easy adjustments. Unlike single-body bridges, each Mono-rail saddle is completely separate from the others, creating minimal sympathetic vibration and preventing unused strings from ringing. Each saddle is double-anchored, allowing energy to transfer efficiently between the string and the body, resulting in astonishing clarity and sustain.
Other features of the SR1356B include Gotoh machine heads that offer precise and reliable tuning, luminescent side dot inlays that facilitate playing in low-light environments, and a balanced and comfortable body shape that allows for extended playing sessions without fatigue. The bass guitar weighs just 9.4 pounds (4.26 kg), making it lightweight and easy to handle. It comes with a protective gig bag
that offers excellent protection during transport and storage, ensuring that this premium instrument stays in top condition for years to come.
In summary, the Ibanez Premium SR1356B 6-string Bass Guitar – Dual Mocha Burst Flat is a boutique-quality instrument with flawless playability and an impressive tonal range. It’s an ideal choice for professional bassists who demand the very best from their instruments, and it’s available now at Irvine Art & Music.
Tech Specs
- Number of Strings:6
- Left-/Right-handed:Right-handed
- Body Shape:Premium SR
- Color:Dual Mocha Burst
- Body Material:African Mahogany with Walnut/Panga Panga/Maple top
- Body Finish:Satin Polyurethane
- Neck Material:5-Piece Panga Panga/Purpleheart
- Neck Shape:Atlas-6
- Neck Joint:Bolt-on
- Radius:15.748″
- Fingerboard Material:Panga Panga
- Fingerboard Inlay:Abalone Oval
- Number of Frets:24, Medium
- Scale Length:35″
- Nut Width:2.12″
- Nut Material:Graph Tech Black Tusq
- Bridge/Tailpiece:MR5S
- Tuners:Gotoh
- Neck Pickup:Nordstrand Big Single Single-coil
- Bridge Pickup:Nordstrand Big Single Single-coil
- Controls:1 x volume, 1 x balance, 3-band Active EQ
- Strings:.032-.130
- Case/Gig Bag:Gig Bag
- Manufacturer Part Number:Â SR1356BDUF