Ibanez GSR180-LBF Transparent Light Brown Flat Gio
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Ibanez Gio GSR: The Ibanez Spirit in an Accessible Version
The GSR180 is part of the Ibanez Gio series, designed to offer immediate playability and features inspired by higher-end models. It emphasizes comfort, simple controls, and effective electronics to provide a reliable bass for learning, rehearsing, and playing in a band.
For Which Bassists and Styles
This electric bass is primarily aimed at beginners and intermediate players who want an instrument that is easy to set up and understand. The two J-style pickups cover pop, rock, funk, and variety genres very well: by adjusting the balance between the neck and bridge pickups, you can quickly tailor the tone to the song. The controls are intuitive: tone, bridge pickup volume, neck pickup volume.
Sound
The combination of a korina body and two passive Dynamix J pickups provides a balanced sonic foundation, with present lows and clear mids to stand out well in a mix. The neck pickup adds roundness and density, while the bridge pickup adds definition and a snappier attack, useful for pick playing or funk lines. The purpleheart fingerboard contributes to a crisp response, and the B10 bridge helps maintain good intonation across the neck.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
For transport, Ibanez recommends the following suitable solutions: MB300C case and IBB540-BK gig bag. To stay true to the factory setup, a 4-string long scale 34" / 864 mm bass string set with gauges .045/.065/.085/.105 will be perfect.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | J | Body | Okoume |
| Left handed | No | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Strings | Steel | Electronics | Passive |
| Nbr of strings | 4 | Color | Natural |
| Fingerboard | Purple heart | Finishing | Matt |
| Nbrs of frets | 22 | Hardware | Chromed |
| Type | 4-string electric bass | Bridge | B10 |
| Neck type | GSR4 | String spacing | 19 mm / 0.75" |
| Neck | maple | Hardware color | chrome |
| Inlays | white dots | Tuners | Gotoh |
| Frets | medium | Neck pickup | Dynamix J (passive) |
| Number of frets | 22 | Bridge pickup | Dynamix J (passive) |
| Scale length | 34" / 864 mm | Controls (from bridge to neck in playing position) | tone, bridge pickup volume, neck pickup volume |
| Nut width | 41 mm / 1.61" | Factory tuning | 1G, 2D, 3A, 4E |
| Width at 22nd fret | 62 mm / 2.44" | String gauge | .045/.065/.085/.105 |
| Thickness at 1st fret | 21 mm / 0.83" | Recommended case | MB300C |
| Thickness at 12th fret | 22 mm / 0.87" | Recommended gig bag | IBB540-BK |
| Radius | 12" / 305 mm | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Ibanez GSR180-LBF suitable for beginner bass players?
This model is suitable for beginner and intermediate bassists thanks to its maple GSR4 neck and its simple passive controls. The 41 mm nut width and 34-inch scale length correspond to the standards of a 4-string bass.
What sounds do the Dynamix J pickups on this bass produce?
The two passive Dynamix J pickups allow separate control of neck volume and bridge volume. The neck pickup provides warmth, while the bridge pickup enhances definition and attack.
What gauge strings come factory-installed?
The factory setup includes steel strings .045/.065/.085/.105, tuned to E-A-D-G.
Which gig bag is compatible with the GSR180?
The Ibanez IBB540-BK gig bag is recommended for this model. The MB300C case is also indicated as a suitable transport solution.
What are the specifications of the neck and fingerboard?
The maple neck features a purpleheart fingerboard with 22 medium frets and white dot inlays. Its 305 mm (12 inch) radius and thickness of 21 mm at the 1st fret, then 22 mm at the 12th fret, are specified.
