Ibanez bass guitar SRH500F-NNF

The Ibanez SRH500F-NNF is a 4-string fretless semi-hollow electric bass from Ibanez's Bass Workshop SRH series. It is designed to deliver an upright bass-inspired tone while retaining the comfort and playability of an electric bass.

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Specifications

• Model: SRH500F-NNF (Natural Browned Burst Flat)
• Strings: 4
• Scale Length: 34" (864 mm)
• Neck: 5-piece Jatoba/Walnut SRH4 neck
• Body: Semi-hollow Okoume body with Spruce top
• Fingerboard: Bound Panga Panga, fretless, offset white dot position markers
• Radius: 305 mm
• Nut Width: 38 mm
• Bridge: Custom AeroSilk bridge
• String Spacing: 19 mm
• Electronics: Active AeroSilk Piezo pickup system
• Controls: Volume, active Tone
• Factory Strings: D'Addario ECB81 Flatwound (.045–.100)
• Hardware: Black

Key Features

• Semi-hollow construction provides a warm, resonant acoustic character.
• AeroSilk piezo system produces an upright bass-like tone with excellent dynamic response.
• Factory-installed flatwound strings enhance the smooth fretless sound.
• Slim SR neck makes it comfortable for electric bass players transitioning to fretless.
• Individual string output trim controls are accessible on the back of the instrument.

Best Suited For

• Jazz
• Fusion
• Latin
• Acoustic ensembles
• Worship music
• Studio recording
• Players seeking an upright bass character without using a full double bass.

Things to Know

Community feedback consistently notes that the SRH500F excels at its intended upright-style sound but is less versatile than magnetic-pickup fretless basses if you're after the classic singing fretless "mwah." Many owners praise its unique tone and comfortable neck, while recommending magnetic-pickup models for broader tonal flexibility.