Ibanez GVB1006-AM Amber Signature Gerald Veasley

Name: GVB1006-AM Amber Signature Gerald Veasley
Brand: Ibanez
SKU: 226098
Price: 6499.00 EUR
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EAN : 4515110665262

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Essential Information About the Ibanez GVB1006 Gerald Veasley Signature Bass Guitar
• 6-string electric bass designed for modern playing: great consistency across the entire range and excellent definition.
• High-end electronics: passive Bartolini pickups and Aguilar OBP-3 preamp (3-band EQ) for precise sound shaping.
• Comfort and control: comfortably contoured alder body with figured maple top, stable 3-piece maple/wenge neck.
• Chord playing made easier: tight 14 mm string spacing and MR4 Mono-Rail type bridge with isolated saddles.

GVB1006-AM Amber Signature Gerald Veasley

6.499,00 €VAT incl.

0,90 € Ecotax included

Reference price

A Signature Designed for Musicality and Versatility at Ibanez

Developed around Gerald Veasley's requirements, the GVB1006 emphasizes ergonomics, balance, and a consistent response across the entire neck. The "signature" approach goes beyond aesthetics: it aims for an inspiring instrument capable of moving from a warm, round register to sharper attacks while remaining clear in a mix.

Who the GVB1006 Excels For and In Which Styles

This bass is mainly aimed at intermediate to expert musicians seeking an expressive and precise 6-string, especially for chord playing, nuanced groove, and extended lines. It is particularly comfortable in jazz, funk, fusion, R&B, gospel, but its tonal palette also suits studio contexts where definition and fine EQ are essential.

The Sound

The combination of a alder body and figured maple top promotes an effective balance: present lows, clear mids, and a brighter attack when playing fingerstyle or with dynamics. The MR4 bridge with independent saddles (Mono-Rail type) improves vibration transfer and limits string interaction, enhancing note separation and sustain stability.

On the electronics side, the Bartolini P45C-B (neck) and P45C-T (bridge) provide a musical passive foundation, then the Aguilar OBP-3 preamp offers a very effective 3-band EQ: bass centered at 40 Hz, treble at 6.5 kHz, and mids switchable via push/pull between 400 Hz and 800 Hz. Ideal for shifting from a full low-mid (400 Hz) to a more biting and articulate presence (800 Hz), depending on playing style and amp.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

A hard case is included. To complete your setup without compatibility issues, you can add a bass strap, a tuner, and a guitar/bass stand (universal accessories).

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	HH	Electronics	Active
Left handed	No	Electroacoustic	No
Strings	Steel	Color	Yellow
Nbr of strings	6	Finishing	Glossy
Nbrs of frets	24	Hardware	Black
Bridge / tailpiece	Fixed

Type	6-string electric bass	Frets	medium
Top	figured maple	Fret finishing	Prestige fret edge treatment
Body	alder	Number of frets	24
Neck type	GVB	Nut	Graph Tech BLACK TUSQ XL
Construction	3-piece maple/wenge	Bridge	MR4
Scale length	34" / 864 mm	String spacing	14 mm
Nut width	2.09" / 53 mm	Hardware color	Cosmo black
Width at 24th fret	2.85" / 72.3 mm	Neck pickup	Bartolini P45C-B (passive)
Thickness at 1st fret	0.75" / 19 mm	Bridge pickup	Bartolini P45C-T (passive)
Thickness at 12th fret	0.77" / 19.5 mm	EQ	Aguilar OBP-3 preamp with mid-frequency switch on mid control (push/pull)
Radius	12.01" / 305 mm	Factory tuning	1C, 2G, 3D, 4A, 5E, 6B
Fingerboard	rosewood	String gauges	.030/.040/.060/.080/.100/.120
Inlays	abalone ovals	Hard case	included

Questions frequently asked

Is the Ibanez GVB1006-AM suitable for jazz and funk?

This model is suitable for jazz, funk, fusion, R&B, and gospel styles, featuring a 6-string setup tuned from B to C. The Bartolini P45C-B and P45C-T pickups provide a passive foundation, complemented by the Aguilar OBP-3 preamp.

What is the scale length and string spacing?

The scale length is 34 inches, or 864 mm, and the string spacing at the MR4 bridge is 14 mm.

How does the Aguilar OBP-3 EQ work?

The OBP-3 includes a 3-band EQ with bass centered at 40 Hz and treble at 6.5 kHz. The mid control features a push/pull switch to select between 400 Hz or 800 Hz. This switching allows adjustment of the midrange frequency depending on playing style and sound context.

Is the neck of this 6-string bass suited for extended playing?

The GVB neck, made of a three-piece maple/wenge construction, measures 53 mm at the nut and 72.3 mm at the 24th fret. Its rosewood fingerboard has a 305 mm radius and is equipped with 24 medium frets featuring Prestige edge treatment.