{"product_id":"ibanez-ehb5msbsp-mam-midnight-arctic-ocean-matte-bass-workshop-403770","title":"EHB5MSBSP-MAM Midnight Arctic Ocean Matte Bass Workshop","description":"\u003ch3\u003eEHB Series: Ibanez's Approach to the Modern, Lightweight, and Secure Bass\u003c\/h3\u003eDesigned to meet current demands, the EHB series emphasizes ergonomics, stability, and practicality. On this EHB5MSBSP, the contoured and chambered body lightens the instrument while promoting a natural hand position. Live-focused details, such as the \u003cstrong\u003eNeutrik locking jack\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eSchaller S-Locks strap buttons\u003c\/strong\u003e, enhance daily reliability and prevent unpleasant surprises during gigs.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho Is the Ibanez EHB5MSBSP For and What Styles Suit It?\u003c\/h3\u003eThis 5-string bass targets \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate to expert bassists\u003c\/strong\u003e seeking fast playability, precise intonation, and great tonal versatility. Its \u003cstrong\u003e18 mm string spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eremovable playing ramp\u003c\/strong\u003e facilitate smooth fingerstyle, pick, and slap techniques. It excels in styles where definition is crucial (modern funk, contemporary rock, technical metal, pop, urban music), while still fitting comfortably into more traditional mixes.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTone\u003c\/h3\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican basswood\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a balanced and even foundation, ideal for exploiting the full dynamics of the \u003cstrong\u003eFishman Fluence\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Multi-Voice system allows switching between complementary characters: one voice with a more organic and rounded feel, a more modern full-range voice, and a variation with mid scoop for a \"hi-fi\" attack that is very clear. The \u003cstrong\u003esingle-coil mode\u003c\/strong\u003e tightens the response to gain precision and definition, especially on ghost notes and fast passages. 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