Ibanez

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The SR series has gives bassists a modern alternative with its fast n+E398eck, lightweight body and perfectly matched electronics. The SR305E is a handsome 5-string bass designed for the experienced player. It starts with an immaculately finished mahogany body and sturdy 5-piece maple/walnut SR4 neck for a smooth feel. A jatoba fretboard with 24 medium frets allows for comfortable playability. An Accu-cast B125 bridge provides superior string vibration transfer and precise intonation.

PowerSpan Dual Coil Pickups Provide Phenomenal Punch

The SR305E's electronics are two PowerSpan Dual Coil pickups. PowerSpan pickups offer higher output, clarity and fullness than any in the SR305's class. Accessed by the 3-way Power Tap switch, these proprietary pickups offer three tonal personalities: a rich humbucker sound, a pure single-coil sound or an enhanced single-coil sound—fattened by lows from the humbucker pickups.

3-Band EQ Creates a Vast Array of Sound-Shaping Possibilities

Add the ability to dial in precise tone preferences via the Ibanez Custom 3-band EQ, and the SR305E is a musical chameleon. Roll off the highs for a warmer, vintage tone or boost the mids for extra punch. Ample tonal control means you can shape your sound to perfectly match the needs of any song or style.

Fast Neck and Comfortable Body For All-Night Playing

The SR305E's sleek 5-piece maple/walnut neck and comfortable nyatoh arched body provide an experience much like Ibanez's higher-end SR series models. Playing the SR305E is fast, fluid and ergonomic, allowing you to comfortably groove for hours on end.

Premium Components at an Affordable Price

Pick up the Ibanez SR305E electric bass, and you'll quickly discover that Ibanez didn't sacrifice quality to bring you a value-packed bass guitar. From its robust electronics to premium tonewoods, the SR305E is built to perform at a professional level—all at an affordable price.

Ibanez SR305E 5-String Electric Bass Midnight Gray Burst
Ibanez SR305E 5-String Electric Bass Midnight Gray Burst
Ibanez SR305E 5-String Electric Bass Midnight Gray Burst

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Neck
  • Shape: Modern
  • Wood: Maple Jatoba
  • Neck joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 34"
  • Truss rod: Standard
  • Finish: Gloss
Pickups
  • Active or passive pickups: Passive
  • Pickup configuration: HH
  • Neck: PowerSpan Dual Coil
  • Bridge: PowerSpan Dual Coil
  • Brand: Ibanez
  • Series or parallel: Series
  • Active preamp: Yes
  • Special electronics: Active 3-band EQ with 3-way Power Tap switch
Fretboard
  • Material: Jatoba
  • Radius: 12"
  • Fret size: Medium
  • Number of frets: 24
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Nut material: Not specified
  • Nut width: 1.65" (42mm)
Body
  • Cutaway: Double cutaway
  • Construction: Solidbody
  • Body wood: Mahogany
  • Body finish: Gloss
  • Orientation: Right handed
Controls
  • Control layout: Master volume, balance, 3-band EQ
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed
  • Bridge design: Accu-cast B125 bridge
  • Tuning machines: Diecast
  • Color: Black
Other
  • Number of strings: 5
  • Pickguard: No
  • Special features: Pickups
  • Case: Sold separately
  • Accessories: None
  • Country of origin: Indonesia

collapse expand iconSpecs

Neck
  • Shape: Modern
  • Wood: Maple Jatoba
  • Neck joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 34"
  • Truss rod: Standard
  • Finish: Gloss
Pickups
  • Active or passive pickups: Passive
  • Pickup configuration: HH
  • Neck: PowerSpan Dual Coil
  • Bridge: PowerSpan Dual Coil
  • Brand: Ibanez
  • Series or parallel: Series
  • Active preamp: Yes
Fretboard
  • Material: Jatoba
  • Radius: 12"
  • Fret size: Medium
  • Number of frets: 24
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Nut material: Not specified
  • Nut width: 1.65"
Body
  • Cutaway: Double cutaway
  • Construction: Solidbody
  • Body wood: Mahogany
  • Body finish: Gloss
  • Orientation: Right-handed
Controls
  • Control layout: Master volume, balance, 3-band EQ
  • Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed
  • Bridge design: Accu-cast B125 bridge
  • Tuning machines: Diecast
  • Color: Black
Other
  • Number of strings: 5
  • Country of origin: Indonesia

collapse expand iconReviews

4.5

24 Reviews

85%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Great Guitar

I have played christian music and in worship bands since the late 60's and have used many different guitars and this is the easiest and best sounding guitar I have ever used.

VS

Most Liked Negative Review

3

Poor Build Qualtiy

The bass itself is great. Pickups sound amazing, great feel and tone. There was a slight buzz which I eventually found out was due to the truss rod. The reason for such a low rating is the truss rod itself. It kept warping to an extreme extent. It was never overtightened; however, the allen head of the truss rod quickly became stripped, essentially ruining the guitar. Luckily, I had pro coverage and was able to get a refund for the price of the guitar. Overall, I feel like it is a solid bass, I was just unlucky.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Practicing13
  2. Jamming10
  3. Small Venues9
  4. Recording8
  5. Rock Concerts7
Cons
  1. Fret Buzz7
  2. Poor Pick Up1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced14
  2. Professional Musician3
  3. Novice2
Pros
  1. Good Feel16
  2. Good Pick Up16
  3. Good Tone16
  4. Fun To Play15
  5. Solid Electronics14
  • Super sound!!!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byNicolas

    fromBrimfield,il

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Excellent bass to play rock, jazz, or country.

  • I would buy this again

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byMary

    fromTennessee

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Got this for my grandson for Christmas. I ordered it early, Christmas is over a month away but I wanted to make sure it was delivered on time. It showed up in like 6 days. Great time. He hasn't opened it yet but I know he will love it.

  • I would buy again!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byKeith

    fromBloomington, mn

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Sounds great, ibanez has best neck

  • Great bass for the price.

    4

    submitted3 years ago

    byRuss

    fromAkron, OH

    I have been playing in bands since I was 13 and I must say, I love everything about this guitar except for when it comes to changing the battery. It should be an easy task, but because of the short wires, it is very difficult. Definitely not a quick, on stage, change.

  • Smooth Player, needs minimal setup out of box

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byMatt B

    fromTexas

    I've used this bass for a couple practices now. It plays fantastic for the price. The item description is wrong though, it is an active pickup bass (which is better for my needs, as I play a style which requires a bit of bite in the bass tone). You will need a way to extend the cable jack for use with a wireless unit, and you might need to raise the action slightly on the heavy B and E strings, as they came set pretty low for me. Overall, I am very pleased so far.

  • My First Five String - Five Stars

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted5 years ago

    byDV Scotty

    fromRiverside, NJ

    I played a 5 string once before I bought this. I was terrible. Out of practice and I could not process that extra string at all. I have an Ibanez fretless I bought 10 years ago. It did a lot to sell me on the brand. Love the 5 piece neck. It feels almost unpolished and yet so smooth. The active electronics are good too. I did a lot of reading on tone woods. Are nato and jatoba as good as mahogany and rosewood? I'm no expert, but I can't tell the difference. I went cerulean aura burst. Pretty good setup but some buzz on the B string. Much heavier than my fretless 4. Very solid build. I have an old school bass from my band days, but I wanted something that sounds modern. This has that resonant sound that is more prominent in the 2020's.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • asked byBARRETT

    fromundisclosed

    Is it a precision bass

    Is it a precision bass

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, only Fender makes a Precision Bass.
  • asked byTonio Jr

    fromAlabama

    Can the Ibanez SR305E operate without a 9V battery?

    Can the Ibanez SR305E operate without a 9V battery?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, the Ibanez SR305E requires a battery al all times
  • asked byJAKE

    fromBrooklyn

    what guage strings is on this bass

    what guage strings is on this bass

    Open Reply - Thomas
    D'Addario® EXL165 + .130
  • asked byIfrain

    fromOthello, Wa

    Does this Bass come with any case or bag upon purchase?

    Does this Bass come with any case or bag upon purchase?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Case/bag not included
  • asked byStache

    fromTX

    What size bass strings are used on the Ibanez SR305E

    What size bass strings are used on the Ibanez SR305E

    Open Reply - Beau
    This bass would be compatible with any bass strings. The Ernie Ball 2821 Power Slinky 5-String Bass Strings would be a good choice.
  • asked byCj

    fromAUSTIN TX

    What's the weight ?

    What's the weight ?

    Open Reply - Beau
    The shipping Weight is 13.75 pounds.