Ibanez SR305E 5-String Bass Guitar – Deep Ocean Metallic

A Modern Bass Classic

For more than 30 years the Ibanez SR series has offered bass players a modern alternative with sleek design, fast playability, and versatile tone shaping. The Ibanez SR305E continues that tradition with a lightweight body, slim neck profile, and powerful electronics designed for today’s bass players.

The SR305E combines comfort and performance with a 5-piece maple and walnut neck, responsive PowerSpan Dual Coil pickups, and an Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ. The result is a versatile bass capable of producing everything from deep, punchy low end to articulate modern tones.

Smooth, Fast SR Neck

The SR305E features Ibanez’s renowned 5-piece maple and walnut neck, delivering excellent stability, fast playability, and strong note attack. This slim neck profile makes complex bass lines, fast runs, and extended playing sessions comfortable and effortless.

Jatoba Fretboard for Rich Tone

The Jatoba fretboard offers a warm reddish-brown appearance while producing a balanced tonal response with rich mids and clear highs. Combined with medium frets, it provides precise articulation and smooth playability across the neck.

PowerSpan Dual Coil Pickups

The PowerSpan Dual Coil pickups, developed by Ibanez, feature exposed pole pieces that deliver increased output and improved high-frequency response without sacrificing low-end power.

This design produces a tone full of harmonic detail and dynamic expression, making the SR305E suitable for a wide range of musical styles.

Flexible Tone Control with 3-Band EQ

The Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ provides straightforward yet powerful tone shaping. The mid control features separate boost and cut frequencies, giving players a wider range of usable bass tones.

Whether you want deep groove-oriented bass lines or bright, cutting slap tones, the onboard EQ allows you to quickly dial in the sound you need.

3-Way Power Tap Switch

The 3-way Power Tap switch expands the tonal range even further by offering three pickup modes:

• Humbucker Mode – Full, rich humbucker sound
• Single-Coil Mode – Clear and focused single-coil tone
• Power Tap Mode – Enhanced single-coil tone with added low-end from the humbucker

Accu-cast B120 Bridge

The Accu-cast B120 bridge features extra-wide string slots that accommodate heavier string gauges. The bridge design traps the saddles securely to maintain consistent alignment and improve sustain and tuning stability.

Ibanez SR305E Features

• 5-string electric bass guitar
• Lightweight SR body design for comfort
• 5-piece Maple/Walnut neck for strength and attack
• Jatoba fretboard with medium frets
• Nyatoh body for warm mid-low tonal response
• PowerSpan Dual Coil pickups
• Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ
• 3-way Power Tap switch for multiple tonal options
• Accu-cast B120 bridge
• Gloss finish in Deep Ocean Metallic

Specifications

• Brand: Ibanez
• Model: SR305E
• Series: SR
• Colour: Deep Ocean Metallic
• Body: Nyatoh
• Body Type: Solid Body
• Neck: 5-piece Maple/Walnut
• Fretboard: Jatoba
• Frets: Medium
• Pickups: PowerSpan Dual Coil
• Electronics: Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-Band EQ
• Bridge: Accu-cast B120
• Strings: 5-String
• Finish: Gloss
• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Gig Bag / Case: Not Included
• Warranty: 1 Year

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ibanez SR305E suitable for beginners?
Yes. The lightweight body and slim SR neck make the SR305E comfortable and easy to play, making it suitable for beginners as well as experienced bass players.

What type of pickups does the SR305E use?
The bass uses Ibanez PowerSpan Dual Coil pickups, designed to provide strong output with clear highs and powerful low-end response.

What does the 3-way Power Tap switch do?
The Power Tap switch allows players to select between humbucker, single-coil, and enhanced single-coil tones, greatly expanding the tonal versatility of the bass.

Does the bass include a gig bag?
No. The Ibanez SR305E does not include a gig bag or case, but one can be purchased separately.