Ibanez SRAS7 'Ashula' CBS Cosmic Blue Starburst

Please note: This bass guitar comes with a hardshell case.

For more than 40 years, Ibanez has pioneered new frontiers in bass development, pushing the boundaries of conventional designs to bass players of all styles, affording new avenues of expression and creativity. This spirit of exploration has led to the creation of some of the most successful and popular production basses of all time. Following this same drive to bring new and relevant ideas to the musical forefront is what serves as the basis for this ongoing project, dubbed the Ibanez Bass Workshop. The impetus behind each one of these unique instruments comes from a desire by the Ibanez bass development team to satisfy the particular needs of many players. These inventions may not be for everyone, but for those who yearn to explore new sonic vistas through the medium of bass: The Ibanez Bass Workshop project may give you just what you're looking for.

FEATURES

7pc Maple/Walnut/Bubinga neck
The 7pc Maple/Walnut/Bubinga neck is extremely stable. It transmits the string vibration to the body well and stays in tune when played with firm intonation

Indian Rosewood (Fretted part)/ Bubinga (Fretless part) fretboard
Rosewood fretboard provides a well-balanced solid tone with a focused mid range. Bubinga fretboard offers tight-low and edgy-mid sound.

Medium frets
Medium sized frets enhance the accuracy of your notes.

Poplar Burl / Ash top / Okoume body
A stunning Poplar Burl/Ash top with an Okoume body provides bright and solid tones with rich sustain.

SRAS Super J / AeroSilk piezo pickups
The SRAS Super J pickups provide a clear, bright and rich dynamic tone. AeroSilk piezo pickup enhances an acoustic and wooden sound of similar to an upright bass.

Ibanez 2-band EQ w/Piezo active tone control
The EQ section incorporates the controls of the magnetic pickup(s) with the AeroSilk Piezo system. Controls include a Master volume, bass and treble controls for the pickup(s) and a Master volume and a tone control for the Piezo system.

MR5(Fretted)/ AeroSilk MR5(Fretless) bridge
The Mono-Rail V is the ultimate bridge for bass string isolation. Each bridge is independently and securely locked down to the body for maximum vibration transfer without interference. The AeroSilk MR5 bridge has unique saddles which were specifically-designed to work in concert with the piezo pickups, enhancing the acoustic ”Upright” quality of the tone.

Piezo/Mix/Magnetic 3-way pickup selector
Various tonal possibilities provided by the 3-way selection of pickup options magnetic, piezo or a mix of both will inspire your musical creativity and curiosity.

Hardshell case included
Ibanez Hardshell case gives extreme protection for your beloved instrument.

Detachable 2way finger rest which offers multiple thumb positions
The detachable finger rest offers two options; placing your thumb near the fretboard outline or in an upper location.

SPECIFICATIONS

Neck Type: SRAS7 / 7pc Maple/Walnut/Bubinga neck
Top/Back/Body: Poplar Burl/Ash top / Okoume body
Fretboard: Indian Rosewood fretboard (Fretted part)/ Bubinga fretboard (Fretless part) / SRAS special (fretted) inlay
Fret: Medium frets / Fretless
Number of Frets: Fretless = 24 / Fretted = 22
Bridge: MR5 bridge(Fretted)/ AeroSilk MR5 bridge(Fretless)
String Space: 16mm
Neck Pickup: SRAS Super J neck pickup (Passive)
Bridge Pickup: SRAS Super J bridge pickup (Passive)
Equaliser: Ibanez 2-band EQ w/Piezo active tone control w/Piezo/Mix/Magnetic 3-way pickup selector
Factory Tuning: 1G,2D,3A,4E,5G,6D,7A
Strings: D'Addario® Roundwound (fretted)/D'Addario® Flatwound (fretless)
String Gauge: .045/.065/.085/.105/.045/.065/.080
Hardware Color: Black
Neck Scale: 864mm
Neck Width at Nut: 63mm​​​​​​​
Neck Width at 24F: 96mm​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Neck Thickness at 1F: 21.5mm​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Neck Thickness at 12F: 23.5mm​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Neck Radius: R950mm for fretted / R0mm (flat) for Fretless