Ibanez SRMS805DTW SR Bass Workshop 5-string Bass - Multiscale - Deep Twilight

SRMS805DTW - SR Bass Workshop 5-String Electric Bass - Multiscale - Deep TwilightTo the newcomer, the multi-scale concept may appear a bit unusual, but the biggest surprise may be how comfortable players become within a minute or two of playing the instrument. The different fret-to-bridge distances enhance tonality, creating a better sounding bass. Previously, these instruments were only available from boutique bass builders, but now Ibanez is proud to introduce the SRMS805: multi-scale bass at an affordable price.The goal of the multi-scale system is to give the better tension of each string. The tension helps to create a more “alive”, open tone. On the SRMS805, the scale length is 34” on the G-string side, expanding to 35.5 at the low B. Although the multi-scale neck can appear intimidating and unnatural, nothing could be further from the truth. When looking down at the neck from the players perspective, the exagerated fret layout seems to almost disappear and actually feels quite