
by Ibanez
MPN: SHGSR205B5STRING
£175.00
This pre loved Ibanez GSR205B GIO 5 String bass in walnut flat is in very good condition apart from a large chip on the heel of the guitar.
The GSR205B is a 5‑string electric bass guitar from Ibanez’s GIO line (part of the SoundGear family).
Built to offer bass players good tone, versatility, and playability at an affordable price point.
Body: Mahogany (some variations list Nyatoh)
Finish: Walnut Flat (matte-style look)
Neck: Bolt-on maple neck with a slim profile for comfort
Fingerboard: Jatoba (or sometimes Rosewood/Jatoba) with 22 medium frets and white dot inlays
Scale length: 34″ (864 mm), standard for both four- and five-string players
Bridge: B15 fixed bridge, solid tuning stability and decent sustain
Pickups: Two passive humbuckers (neck + bridge)
Controls: Two volume knobs (one per pickup), a master tone knob, and a Phat II bass-boost knob for tonal shaping
Extended range / 5-string versatility: Access lower notes, great for modern genres or extra tonal range.
Balanced tone with punch: Humbucking pickups provide a fuller, punchy bass tone with good low-mid presence. The Phat II boost adds extra low-end when needed.
Comfort & playability: Slim maple neck and contoured body make it comfortable for long sessions, finger-style, or slap playing.
Good value: Offers a balance of build quality, playability, and tonal flexibility for its price class, suitable for practice, gigs, or studio use.
Beginners or intermediate players wanting a 5-string bass without a high cost, but still versatile.
Gigging musicians needing a reliable, versatile bass for live shows in multiple genres.
Players upgrading from a 4-string to access lower notes while maintaining a familiar feel.
Budget-conscious studio bassists looking for a flexible bass with punchy lows and tonal shaping.