Ibanez Introduces Two New BTB Singlecut Basses

[ricibanez]

woooo very very nice.

 

[gwangi]

Bensalem, PA – New for 2023, Ibanez has introduced two new additions to its singlecut BTB lineup. The BTB865SC and BTB866SC combine the unique, high-end aesthetics of a single cut bass with sleek and aggressive visuals. These instruments bring to bear many popular BTB features such as neck-thru construction, a mono-rail bridge, an Ibanez custom 3-band EQ, and a 35” scale length. What sets them apart is the unique combination of Ash capped body wings finished in a compelling Weathered Black Low Gloss. These design choices deliver an appearance the combines, quite effectively, the boutique attributes of natural wood tops, with the modern energy of solid finishes. Other notable features include a Rosewood fretboard, zero fret, detachable finger ramp, and medium stainless steel frets.


Features

BTB865SC

• BTB5 5pc Maple/Walnut neck-through w/Graphite reinforcement rods
• Zero fret
• 889mm/35" scale
• Ash top/Ash/Okoume wing body
• Rosewood fretboard w/Abalone dot inlay
• Medium Stainless Steel frets
• Bartolini® BH2 neck pickup
• Bartolini® BH2 bridge pickup
• Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ
• 3-way Mid frequency switch
• MR5 bridge (19mm string spacing)
• Black hardware
• Detachable Finger ramp
• Finish: Weathered Black Low Gloss

LIST: $1,584.43

ESTIMATED STREET PRICE: $1,149.99

BTB866SC

• BTB6 5pc Maple/Walnut neck-through w/Graphite reinforcement rods
• Zero fret
• 35" scale
• Ash top/Ash/Okoume wing body
• Rosewood fretboard w/Abalone dot inlay
• Medium Stainless Steel frets
• Bartolini® BH2 neck pickup
• Bartolini® BH2 bridge pickup
• Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ
• 3-way Mid frequency switch
• MR5 bridge (17mm string spacing)
• Black hardware
• Detachable Finger ramp
• Finish: Weathered Black Low Gloss

LIST: $1,653.32

ESTIMATED STREET PRICE: $1,199.99

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I noticed there are 2 different models and pricing but the spec info is almost identical so what is exactly the difference between these 2 models?

 

[gwangi]

Sorry ones a 5 string and the other a 6 string DUH!!!!

 

[AlexanderB]

They (Ibanez) should really round off the body edges on the BTB basses. I owned one for a few days that had many issues, high on the list was it left a bruise on my leg and dug into my forearm

Yeah, as long as they do not go full out Warwick blob...
I would like a well specced bass like that, but in solid, high gloss paint. And with a pick guard.

 

[Corbusier]

The combined finishes are beautiful, but that growth on top of the neck always destroys the aesthetic for me.

 

[ricibanez]

thanks guys, i love it it's a great bass..

 

[StealthBass4]

That's a LOT of bass for the money and Ibanez has always been a trailblazer. I can already hear the rich, full warmth from that giant wing.

 

[Rick_Bass]

Being the Proud Owner of a 1980 Ibanez Musician --- I approve of the back of the bass.

 

[Lootimus_Music]

I wish they would have gone the Nordstrand or the proprietary route with the pickup selection.

 

[mikewalker]

They (Ibanez) should really round off the body edges on the BTB basses. I owned one for a few days that had many issues, high on the list was it left a bruise on my leg and dug into my forearm

^
THIS!

plus, a short-scale, 4-string variant, please...

 

[Brian Johnston]

Didn't see it in the specs. What's this thing weigh?

How much can you lift?

 

[Five or Six]

I get it!

 

[Jarneskeg]

Where is this bass made? Are all BTB basses made in same place now?