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Ibanez SR700 and 705

#21
mellowinman said:
This is my wife, with her SR700

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So chances are you know you're two times lucky my friend:
- For "that kinda" wife
- And for her being a bassplayer (and sharing your passion on two different levels BTW)

I already said I'm no Ibanez guy (basses only - for I've got 4 more Ibanez electric guitars) anymore, but that status apart, my wife neither shared any of my interests (no music, basketball, running, soccer) nor she's going to be my wife any longer.
She's asked for divorce

You're lucky my friend
Very, very lucky

Cheers,
Wallace
 
#22
Great picture. It's one of the few I've seen that really shows the true butterscotch look. Most pics look too yellow.

I tried out a SR700 a couple of months ago and immediately fell in love with it. I have an SR400 but the Bartolini's in the 700 sound so much better. The 700 seems to be slightly heavier and the neck slightly thicker, both of which I like. I'm dying to get one but don't have the funds right now. They are hard to come by used and when you do find one, it's only slightly less than the retail price of a new one.

I know I should probably get a P bass but I can't stop thinking about the 700. It just seems more versatile. Please keep talking about how much you love yours. I'll have to live vicariously through you guys for now.
 
#24
Chewi Manilli said:
Trying to decide between an SR-700 or a MM Stingray. Can't beat the price of the Ibanez, but I've always wanted a Ray. After trying out the 700 it's a tough decision, as it was a sweet playing and sounding bass!
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If its a single PU ray, I'd go with the ibanez. It's much more versatile and just has a better appearance with the figured maple, mahogany, and walnut stripes. Sure if your getting a classic MM you get that highly figured neck, but with the ibanez you get a jatoba/bubinga neck. But it's your decision.
 
#29
millsbass5 said:
I had a 1st year production SR800 4-string. And I LOVED IT. I would love an SR 5-string. But, once again, r-e-a-l-l-y, r-e-a-l-l-y narrow string spacing on those.
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You thought so? I personally don't like 4 strings, I only purchase 5 strings, and I didn't think the SR 5 string spacing was TOO narrow differing from other 5 strings. I actually think it is extremely comfortable and allows you to move faster and smoother around the frets/strings/neck. AWESOME 5 string basses in the SR series.
 
#30
Chico16 said:
You thought so? I personally don't like 4 strings, I only purchase 5 strings, and I didn't think the SR 5 string spacing was TOO narrow differing from other 5 strings. I actually think it is extremely comfortable and allows you to move faster and smoother around the frets/strings/neck. AWESOME 5 string basses in the SR series.
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Ya I love the fact that it is narrow. It just feels weird now playing any other 5 string besides an SR
 
#31
BassWindu711 said:
Ya I love the fact that it is narrow. It just feels weird now playing any other 5 string besides an SR
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Exactly I see it as a pro not a con. Ibanez' intention was to make a bass that is lightweight and offer comfortable, fast playing. I remember messing up on other 5 strings when the bass moved too fast, but with the SR605 everything feels so smooth. Once I switched the string (HATED the stock Elixir Round Wound that came with it) it became a dream to play
 
#33
Chico16 said:
Exactly I see it as a pro not a con. Ibanez' intention was to make a bass that is lightweight and offer comfortable, fast playing. I remember messing up on other 5 strings when the bass moved too fast, but with the SR605 everything feels so smooth. Once I switched the string (HATED the stock Elixir Round Wound that came with it) it became a dream to play
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Very true. When I started playing bass at 11 I had a SR300 and the neck was perfect for me because of its narrow thin size. For awhile, that was the only neck I could play on for a 4-string. Now I can play on any but for a 5-string, It has to be an SR. I can get around on other but the SR is the best and smoothest/
 
#34
BassWindu711 said:
Very true. When I started playing bass at 11 I had a SR300 and the neck was perfect for me because of its narrow thin size. For awhile, that was the only neck I could play on for a 4-string. Now I can play on any but for a 5-string, It has to be an SR. I can get around on other but the SR is the best and smoothest/
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Yup. Completely agree. I can get by on other 5 string basses but the SR just makes it so much more comfortable and enjoyable. It just makes it easier to play. I've never played a fender jazz or P which are the most popular around here, but all I know is that you can get a wide range of tones and comfortable playing from the SR series for a couple thousand dollars less ;)
 

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