Ibanez Introduces New EHB Short Scale Basses

The EHB1000S is equipped with all of the same features as the EHB1000, but utilizing a 30” scale length

Ibanez Introduces New EHB Short Scale Basses

The EHB1000S is equipped with all of the same features as the EHB1000, but utilizing a 30” scale length

January 1, 2021: The Ibanez EHB series has enjoyed immense success since its introduction last year and capitalizing off that momentum, Ibanez is introducing two new short scale EHB designs, the EHB1000S and the EHB1005SMS. 

The EHB1000S is equipped with all of the same features as the EHB1000, but utilizing a 30” scale length. The EHB1005SMS is largely similar but features multiscale construction. The scale length is 30” on the g string and 32” on the B string. 

These basses also feature contoured, ergonomic designs and chambered bodies that make for a lightweight, well-balanced, and comfortable playing experience; excellent for long sets or practice sessions. There is an extended relief cut on the back of the body behind the lower horn for easier upper fret access. Also, the top half of the back of the body is slanted which allows the bass to rest slightly closer to the player’s body for better control and a more ergonomic feel.

Features

EHB1000S

· EHB4 5pc Roasted Maple/Walnut neck w/Graphite reinforcement rods

· 30″ scale

· American Basswood body

· Roasted Birdseye Maple fretboard w/Abalone off-set dot inlay

· Medium Stainless Steel frets

· Bartolini® BH2 neck pickup

· Bartolini® BH2 bridge pickup

· Vari-mid 3-band EQ

· EQ bypass switch (passive tone control on treble pot)

· MR5HS bridge (19mm string spacing)

· Black hardware

· Ibanez custom headpieces

· Factory Tuning: 1G,2D,3A,4E

· String Gauge: .045/.065/.085/.105

· Schaller S-Locks strap lock pins

· Luminescent side dot inlay

· Gig bag included

· Finishes: Sea Foam Green Matte, Pink Gold Metallic Matte

LIST: $1,377.76

ESTIMATED STREET PRICE: $999.99

EHB1005SMS

· EHB5 5pc Roasted Maple/Walnut neck w/Graphite reinforcement rods

· 32″ scale at 5th string – 30″ scale at 1st string

· American Basswood body

· Roasted Birdseye Maple fretboard w/Abalone off-set dot inlay

· Medium Stainless Steel frets

· Bartolini® BH2 neck pickup

· Bartolini® BH2 bridge pickup

· Vari-mid 3-band EQ

· EQ bypass switch (passive tone control on treble pot)

· MR5HS bridge (18mm string spacing)

· Black hardware

· Ibanez custom headpieces

· Factory Tuning: 1G,2D,3A,4E,5B

· String Gauge: .045/.065/.080/.100/.130

· Schaller S-Locks strap lock pins

· Luminescent side dot inlay

· Gig bag included

LIST: $1,584.43

ESTIMATED STREET PRICE: $1,149.99

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Bass Magazine   By: Bass Magazine