Difference between Ibanez SR800(2016) vs SR500 (2018)

[JeezyMcNuggles]

Hi,
I've been reading a lot of useful tips on this forum.
Was almost set on the latest SR500 - mainly due to thin neck, light weight and overall playability and solid sound.

Now I found a mint condition SR800 2016 model for the same price.

Cant seem to spot any major differences although a new one costs 50% more.

Can anyone help please?

The 800 is a fanned fret model right? As far as I remember, it's it. And, maybe the pre-amp.

 

[Dabndug]

No brainer - SR800 all the way. Better features for the buck plus buying second hand has the wonderful benefit of reduced depreciation - the former owner has worn the bulk of that already!

 

[Insider293]

Now the pickup issue has thrown a spanner in the works!
The Used 800 or a new 670 with improved pickups..too many choices!

 

[Insider293]

OK I managed to get Ibanez SR500 TFF from 2015/16 for £300 new!
Think that will do me for now and I reckon I could sell used for a similar price when time to upgrade!
Think I got a good deal...I hope!

 

[Leo Thunder]

This looks like a good price for 2016. [Invalid or Expired Link Removed] went for more.

 

[pcake]

OK I managed to get Ibanez SR500 TFF from 2015/16 for £300 new!
Think that will do me for now and I reckon I could sell used for a similar price when time to upgrade!
Think I got a good deal...I hope!

well, considering they sell new for $599 here, that's a great deal. and here's what they sell for (without the burst, which i like) at anderton's [Invalid or Expired Link Removed]

 

[Leo Thunder]

As much as I like the mahogany 500 I prefer that glowing burst. I have a Jazz Bass in that style, without plate or pickguard.