Ibanez SR3506-BK Black Prestige
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Essential Information About the Ibanez SR3506 Electric Bass
Essential Information About the Ibanez SR3506 Electric Bass
- Atlas-6 HP 5-piece S-TECH Maple/Walnut Neck: S-TECH roasting for excellent stability, better resistance to temperature variations, and a balanced response with rich sustain.
- Two Nordstrand Big Single pickups (passive): powerful "single coil" tone, clear attack, clarity and presence, with a refined aesthetic thanks to wooden covers.
- Sonitech Electronics: 3-band equalizer, two selectable mid-frequency banks via Hexa Mid, and bypass EQ push/pull to instantly switch from an active tone to a more direct approach.
- Comfort and precision: 24 medium frets with Prestige Fret Edge treatment, Gotoh tuners, and MR5S bridge with adjustable string spacing.
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An SR Designed for Modernity: The Soundgear DNA Serving Demanding Bassists
The SR3506 embodies Ibanez's Soundgear spirit: a performance-oriented bass designed to offer fast playability, a wide range of tonal options, and ergonomics tailored for both stage and studio. With its S-TECH stabilized neck, premium hardware, and flexible electronics, it clearly targets bassists seeking a precise, reliable, and expressive instrument without compromising comfort.
For Which Bassist and Styles?
Thanks to its 6-string configuration (factory tuning 1C, 2G, 3D, 4A, 5E, 6B) and its very broad midrange settings, the SR3506 is primarily aimed at intermediate to expert musicians looking for a versatile and responsive instrument. It excels in modern music styles (fusion, metal, prog, gospel, funk, R&B) where definition, attack, and low-end sustain are essential, while remaining comfortable for rounder, more settled tones in pop or studio contexts.
Sound
The alder body provides a natural balance: firm lows, clear mids, and controlled brightness, helping the bass sit easily in a mix. The rosewood fingerboard enhances the sense of warmth and solidity in the mids while maintaining precise attack. The Nordstrand Big Single pickups deliver a signature that is both aggressive and articulate, with the typical clarity of a single coil but in a denser soapbar format. The Sonitech 3-band EQ and the 3-position Mid frequency selector (Hexa Mid system) allow fine sculpting of presence: from sharp growl to thick mids, up to more hi-fi settings. Finally, the bypass EQ push/pull offers a quick switch to a more direct sound, handy for changing character without adjusting everything.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
For transport, the recommended gig bag is the IBB724-BK. To restore the original feel, you can use a set of strings with gauges .032/.045/.065/.085/.105/.130 (matching factory specifications).
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | SS | Nbrs of frets | 24 |
| Left handed | No | Body | Alder |
| Strings | Steel | Electronics | Active |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Color | Black |
| Top | Canadian maple | Finishing | Glossy |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood | Hardware | Gold |
| Type | 6-string electric bass | Markers | Luminlay side dots |
| Neck type | Atlas-6 HP | Bridge | MR5S |
| Construction | 5-piece S-TECH maple/walnut neck | String spacing | 16.6 mm / 0.65" (adjustable +/-1.5 mm) |
| Scale length | 34" / 864 mm | Tuners | Gotoh |
| Inlay | oval mother-of-pearl and abalone | Hardware color | gold |
| Number of frets | 24 | Neck pickup | Nordstrand Big Single with wooden cover (passive) |
| Fret type | medium frets | Bridge pickup | Nordstrand Big Single with wooden cover (passive) |
| Fret finish | Prestige Fret Edge treatment | Equalizer | Ibanez Sonitech Preamp EQ 3-band with EQ bypass switch (push/pull) |
| Nut width | 54 mm / 2.13" | Midrange control | 3-way Mid frequency switch with Hexa Mid system |
| Width at 24th fret | 83 mm / 3.27" | Factory tuning | 1C, 2G, 3D, 4A, 5E, 6B |
| Thickness at 1st fret | 19.5 mm / 0.77" | String gauges | .032/.045/.065/.085/.105/.130 |
| Thickness at 12th fret | 23 mm / 0.91" | Recommended gig bag | IBB724-BK |
| Radius | 500 mm / 19.69" | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Which styles are suitable for this 6-string bass?
With its C-G-D-A-E-B tuning and 24 frets, this bass is designed for fusion, metal, prog, gospel, funk, and R&B repertoires. The midrange settings on the Sonitech preamp make it easy to adapt to the playing context.
Is the neck of the Ibanez SR3506-BK suitable for fast playing?
The Atlas-6 HP neck combines five pieces of maple and walnut with an S-TECH treatment. Its thickness is 19.5 mm at the 1st fret and 23 mm at the 12th fret. The 500 mm radius and Prestige fret edge treatment promote smooth action across all 24 frets.
What sound do the Nordstrand Big Single pickups produce?
The two passive Nordstrand Big Single pickups, covered with wood, deliver a clear attack and a single-coil signature. The alder body and rosewood fingerboard support tight lows with well-defined midrange.
Is the string spacing adjustable?
The MR5S bridge offers a spacing of 16.6 mm, adjustable by plus or minus 1.5 mm.
Which gig bag and string gauge are recommended for the SR3506?
For transport, the IBB724-BK gig bag is recommended. The original string gauge installed is .032/.045/.065/.085/.105/.130.
