Ibanez SR3505-BK Black Prestige

An SR Designed for Precision and Modern Versatility

The SR3505 fits within the spirit of Ibanez's Soundgear series: a bass crafted for contemporary performance, where ergonomics, neck speed, and sonic versatility are paramount. With its high-end components (Nordstrand, Gotoh) and advanced electronics, it targets bassists seeking a reliable instrument both in the studio and on stage, capable of covering very contrasting ranges without losing definition.

For Which Bassists and Styles?

This 5-string bass is particularly suitable for intermediate to advanced players looking for a clear attack, excellent low-end clarity (B string), and real EQ flexibility. It excels in modern rock, metal, funk, fusion, gospel, and pop, whenever a solid low end, sculptable mids, and precise articulation for fingerstyle, pick, or slap playing are needed.

Sound Characteristics

The alder body provides a natural balance: present highs, clear mids, and clean lows, ideal for remaining intelligible in a dense mix. The 5-piece maple/walnut S-TECH neck enhances stability and promotes a fast response, while the rosewood fingerboard slightly rounds the attack with well-centered mids.

The Nordstrand Big Single pickups deliver a meaty and energetic texture: you get the typical clarity of single coils, with a sense of power and presence that stands out especially in dynamic playing. The Sonitech 3-band preamp, combined with the 3-way mid frequency selector (Hexa Mid system), allows switching from a massive low end to sharp or smoother mids, while retaining the option to bypass the EQ for a more direct response.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

For transport, the recommended IBB724-BK gig bag is advised by the manufacturer. For maintenance and replacement, stick to a 5-string 34-inch scale set with .045/.065/.085/.105/.130 gauge, matching the factory setup.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	SS	Body	Alder
Left handed	No	Bridge / tailpiece	Fixed
Strings	Steel	Electronics	Active
Nbr of strings	5	Color	Black
Fingerboard	Rosewood	Finishing	Glossy
Nbrs of frets	24	Hardware	Gold

Type	5-string electric bass	Bridge	MR5S
Neck type	Atlas-5 HP	String spacing	16.6 mm / 0.65"
Construction	5-piece S-TECH maple/walnut	Tuners	Gotoh
Scale length	34" / 864 mm	Hardware color	gold
Inlays	oval mother-of-pearl and abalone	Neck pickup	Nordstrand Big Single with wooden cover (passive)
Frets	medium	Bridge pickup	Nordstrand Big Single with wooden cover (passive)
Fret finishing	Prestige fret edge treatment	EQ	Ibanez Sonitech Preamp 3-band EQ with EQ bypass switch (push/pull)
Number of frets	24	Mid selector	3-way mid frequency switch with Hexa Mid system
Nut width	45 mm / 1.77"	Factory tuning	G, D, A, E, B
Width at 24th fret	68 mm / 2.68"	String gauges	.045/.065/.085/.105/.130
Thickness at 1st fret	19.5 mm / 0.77"	Side markers	Luminlay
Thickness at 12th fret	21.5 mm / 0.85"	Recommended gig bag	IBB724-BK
Radius	305 mm / 12.01"