Ibanez EHB600PRM Purist Blue Matte
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Bass Workshop: EHB Innovation Serving Modern Bassists
Born from the Ibanez "Bass Workshop" program, the EHB600 embodies the brand's experimental approach: reimagined ergonomics, controlled weight, and features designed for both studio and stage. Within the EHB family, it positions itself as a modern and accessible 4-string, combining top-tier comfort with a professional sonic palette.
Who Is It For and What Styles?
Ideal for intermediate to advanced bassists seeking precision and versatility. Its quick response and comprehensive electronics easily cover pop, rock, modern metal, funk, fusion, and gospel. Tuning stability and headless craftsmanship make it a reliable companion for long rehearsals and tours.
Sound Characteristics
The okoumé body delivers firm lows and solid mids, while the jatoba fingerboard highlights clear highs and defined attack. The Alpha 1 pickups provide modern clarity, with generous lows and detailed mids. The Ibanez Custom 3-band active EQ allows fine sculpting (distinct boost/cut frequency centers), and the bypass offers a passive mode where the treble control functions as a general tone knob. The MR5HS bridge and 34" scale length promote clean sustain and precise intonation.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
Prefer 4-string long scale 34" bass strings with gauges .045-.105 (e.g., D'Addario EXL165, the original specification) to maintain tonal balance and string tension as intended by the craftsmanship. Also, plan for a quality 9V battery to power the active electronics.
Technical specifications
| Left handed | No | Nbr of strings | 4 |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Blue |
| Material | Okoumé | String spacing | 0.75" / 19 mm (adjustable +/-1.5 mm) |
| Finish | Satin polyurethane | Nut | Plastic |
| Total length | 40.1" / 1019 mm | Tuners | Ibanez custom (headless system, easy hex key adjustment) |
| Type | EHB4 | Hardware color | Black |
| Construction | Bolt-on | Configuration | Active (passive bypass available) |
| Thickness at 1st fret | 0.77" / 19.5 mm | Neck pickup | Alpha 1 |
| Thickness at 12th fret | 0.85" / 21.5 mm | Bridge pickup | Alpha 1 |
| Scale length | 34" / 864 mm | Active EQ | Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band |
| Nut width | 1.6" / 41 mm | Controls | 1 volume, 1 balance, bass, mids, treble |
| Width at fingerboard end | 2.52" / 64 mm | Switches | EQ bypass (treble control becomes tone in passive mode) |
| Number of frets | 24 | String gauges (high to low) | .045 / .065 / .085 / .105 |
| Fingerboard | Jatoba | Original strings | D'Addario EXL165 |
| Radius | 20" / 500 mm | Tuning | 1G, 2D, 3A, 4E |
| Fret type | Medium | Included accessories | Allen wrench |
| Inlays | White dots | Power supply | 1 x 9V battery required |
| Bridge | MR5HS (independent saddles, wide intonation range) | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Ibanez EHB600PRM Purist Blue Matte suitable for metal and funk?
The Alpha 1 pickups and the Ibanez Custom 3-band active EQ cover pop, rock, modern metal, funk, fusion, and gospel ranges. The EQ bypass allows switching to passive mode, with the treble control used as a master tone.
What is the scale length and string spacing?
The scale length is 34 inches (864 mm) and the string spacing at the MR5HS bridge is 19 mm. This spacing can be adjusted by +/- 1.5 mm.
What strings should be used on this headless bass?
4-string long scale bass strings of 34 inches in .045-.105 gauge are recommended. The original setup uses D’Addario EXL165 with gauges .045, .065, .085, and .105.
How does the passive mode of the electronics work?
A bypass switch disables the 3-band active EQ. In this configuration, the treble control becomes a master tone. The active electronics require a 9V battery.
Is the bass comfortable for long playing sessions?
The headless design, the total length of 1019 mm, and the bolt-on neck measuring 19.5 mm at the nut contribute to ergonomics designed for extended rehearsals. The jatoba fingerboard has a 500 mm radius and 24 medium frets.
