Ibanez BTB946 BTB 6 String Bass, Cosmic Blue Low Gloss

Ibanez BTB946 BTB 6 String Bass, Cosmic Blue Low Gloss Overview

The BTB946 bass guitar offers the perfect balance of boutique-level craftsmanship and affordability, designed to meet the high demands of professional musicians. Crafted with select-grade materials and innovative design elements, it stands as a testament to Ibanez’s dedication to creating high-quality instruments that inspire creativity.

At its core, the BTB946 features a 5-piece Maple and Walnut neck reinforced with Graphite rods, delivering unmatched tonal clarity, stability, and sustain. Its neck-through construction enhances the overall resonance and allows seamless access to the higher frets, ideal for intricate playing techniques. The Rosewood fretboard provides a warm, well-balanced tone with a focused midrange, while the medium stainless-steel frets ensure durability and long-lasting precision.

The bass boasts a stunning Poplar Burl top paired with an Okoume and Ash wing body, combining a visually striking appearance with bright and solid tones rich in sustain. Equipped with Nordstrand™ Big Single pickups, the BTB946 produces a bold and aggressive tonal texture, offering the clarity of single-coil pickups while retaining a powerful, full-bodied sound. Ibanez Custom Electronics further enhance the versatility of the instrument, with a 3-band EQ that allows precise tonal control. The innovative Boost and Cut for the midrange frequencies are centered on different points, offering a wide spectrum of bass tones to suit any genre.

The MR5S bridge provides adjustable saddles, allowing for personalized string spacing to cater to the preferences of any bassist. With an EQ bypass switch that activates a passive tone control on the treble knob, the bass offers flexibility for dynamic tonal adjustments. The 3-way mid-frequency switch provides additional tonal variety, making it a versatile choice for any musical setting.