Ibanez SR500NMAM Standard 4-String Electric Bass Guitar – Midnight Arctic Ocean Matte

FEATURES

• 5pc Roasted Maple/Walnut neck
• Rosewood fretboard
• Medium frets
• Okoume body
• Bartolini® BH2 pickups
• Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ
• MR5S bridge with adjustable saddles
• EQ bypass switch with passive tone control
• 3-way Mid frequency switch

*Case or gig bag sold separately

DESCRIPTION

The SR500A is a refined take on the classic Ibanez SR, continuing a decades-long tradition of offering bass players a sleek, modern alternative. With its lightweight body, ultra-fast neck, and sonically rich electronics, the SR500A delivers high-performance features at a value that appeals to working musicians and serious players alike.

A 5pc Roasted Maple/Walnut neck lies at the core of the SR500A’s stability and strength. Heat-treated for durability and resistance to environmental changes, the roasted Maple construction enhances resonance and provides a superior playing feel. The smooth Rosewood fretboard adds warmth and clarity, with medium frets ensuring clean, accurate note articulation.

The Okoume body contributes a bright, lively tone with excellent sustain, making this bass suitable for a wide range of styles—from punchy funk lines to deep, driving rock grooves.

Loaded with a pair of Bartolini® BH2 pickups, the SR500A offers tight lows, present mids, and a smooth top-end. The extended blade pole pieces ensure even string response, while the dual-coil configuration enhances articulation across the fingerboard. Paired with the Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ, you’ll have complete control over your tone with intuitive, musical shaping.

Adding to its versatility, the EQ bypass switch lets you move seamlessly into a passive mode, where the treble knob functions as a global tone control. The 3-way Mid frequency switch offers further tonal refinement, allowing you to tailor the midrange character to your specific style or mix needs.

Anchoring everything is the MR5S bridge, featuring adjustable saddles to fine-tune your string spacing (+/- 1.5mm) for personalized comfort and playability.

The SR500A is more than just an evolution—it’s a precision instrument crafted to inspire, adapt, and perform at every level.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Body Shape: SR Series Doublecut
• Body Material: Okoume
• Body Finish: Gloss Polyurethane
• Color: Midnight Arctic Ocean
• Neck Material: 5pc Roasted Maple/Walnut
• Neck Type: SR5
• Neck Joint: Bolt-on
• Radius: 12″
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
• Fingerboard Inlay: White Dots
• Number of Frets: 24
• Fret Size: Medium
• Scale Length: 34″
• Nut Width: 45mm
• Bridge: MR5S with Adjustable Saddles (+/- 1.5mm string spacing)
• Neck Pickup: Bartolini® BH2 Dual Coil
• Bridge Pickup: Bartolini® BH2 Dual Coil
• Controls: 1 x Volume, 1 x Balance, 3-band Active EQ (Bass, Mid, Treble)
• Switching: EQ Bypass Switch, 3-way Mid Frequency Switch
• Strings: .045–.130

*Case or gig bag sold separately

Model# SR500NMAM