erisu Posted June 7, 2009 Share Posted June 7, 2009 (edited) Hi all I recently bought an Ibanez BTB 405QM in Transparent Black (Korean model) but upon receiving it, it seems like the neck is abit too wide/long for me (i should really appreciate 35" scale shouldn't i? ) I read Ibanez BTB basses has one of the best low B's and necks hence the reason why I purchased the 405. But in the end, it's not really my thing tbh... So I want another 5-string bass but perhaps with a small neck and tighter string spacing? Anyone who fancies a BTB bass over their 5-string bass, show me what you got to trade! I also don't mind putting in abit of money too if your 5-string is more expensive than the BTB 405! Or if you want to buy this bass, I will sell it if you don't have a 5-string to trade - the price im letting the bass go for is - [size=4][b]£200 OVNO[/b] inc. an Ibanez gig bag. This selling offer will only be available until the end of this week. If there is no interest, I will be trading this BTB bass with geoffbyrne's Ibanez RD605[/size] I'm in London btw if that helps! EDIT - UPDATED WITH PICTURES: Edited June 8, 2009 by erisu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erisu Posted June 8, 2009 Author Share Posted June 8, 2009 bumping ^_^ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waynepunkdude Posted June 8, 2009 Share Posted June 8, 2009 I doubt you would want it but [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=51133"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=51133[/url] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoffbyrne Posted June 8, 2009 Share Posted June 8, 2009 May I, Sir, humbly draw your attention to the following? [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=49411"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=49411[/url] Thank you. G. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waynepunkdude Posted June 8, 2009 Share Posted June 8, 2009 [quote name='geoffbyrne' post='507992' date='Jun 8 2009, 10:09 AM']May I, Sir, humbly draw your attention to the following? [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=49411"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=49411[/url] Thank you. G.[/quote] Pfft that dosen't even look like it's made from plastic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erisu Posted June 8, 2009 Author Share Posted June 8, 2009 [quote name='waynepunkdude' post='507977' date='Jun 8 2009, 09:49 AM']I doubt you would want it but [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=51133"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=51133[/url][/quote] Sorry mate, I'm looking for something closer to the BTB in regards of the brand, construction and the overall bass. [quote name='geoffbyrne' post='507977' date='Jun 8 2009, 10:09 AM']May I, Sir, humbly draw your attention to the following? [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=49411"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=49411[/url] rolleyes.gif Thank you. biggrin.gif G.[/quote] Sir, you have a PM! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waynepunkdude Posted June 8, 2009 Share Posted June 8, 2009 [quote name='erisu' post='508017' date='Jun 8 2009, 10:31 AM']Sorry mate, I'm looking for something closer to the BTB in regards of the brand, construction and the overall bass.[/quote] Damn people and there anti perspex/plastic agenda Good luck buddy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kongo Posted June 8, 2009 Share Posted June 8, 2009 (edited) Got one of these...In Trans Red (Red Tiger look)...And it's an excellent bass! The neck is uber wide though the length isn't as noticable but combined with the collosal width to some people maybe it does show. String spacing is 19mm same as the 4-string for those whom want a wide spacing 5-string. Only downside is, if your like me and ride the pickups while playing it uses the same as the 6-string so...the pickup is very wide...It can create quite a reach to the G-string and confuse you into thinking the neck is wider than it really is. However, for slappers this bass is a sure fire shot! For a similar bass may I suggest you try the SR series? 16.5mm spacing, 34" scale length etc. [quote name='geoffbyrne' post='507992' date='Jun 8 2009, 10:09 AM']May I, Sir, humbly draw your attention to the following? [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=49411"]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=49411[/url] Thank you. G.[/quote] OMG why didn't I see this before? MM / J combo...Ibanez...24 frets!!! DAMNATION!!! Edited June 8, 2009 by Kongo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erisu Posted June 8, 2009 Author Share Posted June 8, 2009 [quote name='Kongo' post='508345' date='Jun 8 2009, 05:13 PM']Got one of these...In Trans Red (Red Tiger look)...And it's an excellent bass! The neck is uber wide though the length isn't as noticable but combined with the collosal width to some people maybe it does show. String spacing is 19mm same as the 4-string for those whom want a wide spacing 5-string. Only downside is, if your like me and ride the pickups while playing it uses the same as the 6-string so...the pickup is very wide...It can create quite a reach to the G-string and confuse you into thinking the neck is wider than it really is. However, for slappers this bass is a sure fire shot! For a similar bass may I suggest you try the SR series? 16.5mm spacing, 34" scale length etc. OMG why didn't I see this before? MM / J combo...Ibanez...24 frets!!! DAMNATION!!![/quote] Cannot agree with you more! The BTB bass is build like a tank and it even feels like a tank when strapped over your shoulder! The sounds it produces are so deep and rich - acoustically and plugged into an amp! I guess the wide body and chunky neck is the main reason let alone the vari-mid EQ with tweakable Mid frequency. It is slaptastic but too bad I don't slap, I'm mainly a pick player and the string spacing feels a far reach when plucking. Playing with my fingers is fine but I prefer a pick and using my fingers sometimes so I guess I need a bass with tighter string spacing. I used to own an Ibanez soundgear and loved them! Btw.... I updated the thread with pictures of the bass! Check them out all! I just put new D'addario strings on them last week. Excuse the poor photography, I tried to get the best angles but the polished up glossy body gave off too much reflection I blame the guitar polish I use! haha! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eight Posted June 8, 2009 Share Posted June 8, 2009 Ox, he say Ibanez BTB series is the bullocks... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erisu Posted June 8, 2009 Author Share Posted June 8, 2009 (edited) [quote name='Eight' post='508532' date='Jun 8 2009, 08:39 PM']Ox, he say Ibanez BTB series is the bullocks... [/quote] A monster playing a monster! The perfect fit! I have added the price of £200 OVNO if anyone wants to buy the bass (Until the end of this week). Bass comes with a gig bag as well. Edited June 8, 2009 by erisu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eight Posted June 8, 2009 Share Posted June 8, 2009 [quote name='erisu' post='508635' date='Jun 8 2009, 10:19 PM']A monster playing a monster! The perfect fit! [/quote] Oh yes. So if anyone is in any doubt whether the BTB series can cut the mustard in a hard rock band.. just ask the hell bull there. I'm hoping you sell this before I think of a way to avoid paying bills this month. I don't need a 5... I don't need a 5... I don't need a 5... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erisu Posted June 8, 2009 Author Share Posted June 8, 2009 [quote name='Eight' post='508656' date='Jun 8 2009, 10:34 PM']Oh yes. So if anyone is in any doubt whether the BTB series can cut the mustard in a hard rock band.. just ask the hell bull there. I'm hoping you sell this before I think of a way to avoid paying bills this month. I don't need a 5... I don't need a 5... I don't need a 5...[/quote] Tempting eh? remember my selling offer is only until the end of this week. If no one buys, i'm trading this beast Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bartelby Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 pm sent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erisu Posted June 9, 2009 Author Share Posted June 9, 2009 [quote name='bartelby' post='508769' date='Jun 9 2009, 05:35 AM']pm sent[/quote] PM replied Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erisu Posted June 9, 2009 Author Share Posted June 9, 2009 Pending payment now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kongo Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 Well I bought mine for £250 from my friends brother. I'd say the price @ £200 is Excellent! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eight Posted June 9, 2009 Share Posted June 9, 2009 Oh man, GAS must be the worst disease ever. I never really wanted a BTB... I certainly never wanted a 5... so why do I feel like I just missed out. Lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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