Ibanez bass guitar SR405EPBDX-TSU

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The Ibanez SR405EPBDX-TSU is a 5-string bass from the SR (Soundgear) series, designed for players who want a slim neck, versatile electronics, and premium looks at a mid-range price point. It is available in the TSU (Tropical Seafloor Burst) finish.

Specifications

• Body: Okoume with a Poplar Burl top
• Neck: SR5 5-piece Maple/Walnut bolt-on
• Scale Length: 34" (864 mm)
• Fingerboard: Jatoba
• Frets: 24 Medium
• Radius: 305 mm (12")
• Nut Width: 45 mm
• Bridge: Accu-cast B505 with adjustable string spacing (16.5 mm)
• Hardware: Gold
• Factory Strings: D'Addario EXL165 + .130 (.045–.130)

Electronics

• Pickups:
  • PowerSpan Dual Coil (Neck)
  • PowerSpan Dual Coil (Bridge)
• Controls:
  • Master Volume
  • Pickup Balancer
  • Bass EQ
  • Mid EQ
  • Treble EQ
  • 3-way Power Tap Switch

The Power Tap switch offers:

1. Tap Mode – bright, single-coil-style tone.
2. Series Mode – thick, warm humbucker sound.
3. Power Tap Mode – combines single-coil clarity with enhanced low end.

Pros

• Comfortable, slim SR5 neck.
• Wide tonal flexibility thanks to the active 3-band EQ and Power Tap switch.
• Premium Poplar Burl top with attractive Tropical Seafloor Burst finish.
• High-quality Accu-cast B505 bridge and gold hardware.
• Suitable for rock, metal, funk, gospel, fusion, and modern pop.

Community Feedback

Bass players frequently praise the SR405EPBDX for:

• Excellent playability.
• Comfortable ergonomics.
• Strong value for the price.
• A tone that competes with instruments costing significantly more.