ill let you in on a little secret all import basses on there 5 string models always have real small string spacing because they are more interested in the cosmetic apeal to the looks of the bass than to playability they feel if they make there string spacing the same as most usa models the neck will look too wide ,the overseas manufactures are still hung up on looks thats why unless your a midget or a small female the string spacing will be very uncomfortable,all ibanez sr series,all esp ltd,some dean,some spector,the list goes on and on to find out the string spacing specs call any guitar manufacture tey all have 800 numbers ask them and they will tell you