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Ibanez has given its SR Prestige series a major overhaul for 2025, featuring a new proprietary Sonitech Preamp, all crafted by skilled luthiers in Japan
These new basses offer exceptional tonal versatility and playability, thanks to the Atlas neck profile and a groundbreaking new electronics package. Each bass is equipped with Nordstrand Big Single pickups under custom wooden covers, paired with Ibanez’s proprietary Sonitech preamp. This new, Japan-made preamp features a passive tone control and a transformative Hexa-mid system.
The Hexa-mid system provides six selectable mid-range frequencies, divided into two banks: a high bank (1kHz, 600Hz, 350Hz) and a low bank (850Hz, 450Hz, 250Hz). Players can switch between banks using a selector switch on the control cavity cover and select individual frequencies with a three-way mini-toggle on the front.
The Ibanez Bass R&D team, commented on the Hexa-mid system: “We wanted to combine the best of both worlds: the flexibility of sweepable mids and the precision of fixed mid-frequency controls. The Hexa-mid system delivers both, offering six selectable mid-range frequencies with clear control over each. This system significantly enhances the overall tonal response and character of the circuit.”
The new SR Prestige basses are available in four model groups, primarily differentiated by their wood combinations.
SR3500 Series
- 4, 5, and 6 string configurations
- Alder body, S-TECH Roasted Maple/Walnut neck, Rosewood Fretboard
SR4500 Series
- 4 and 5 string configurations
- Ash Body, S-TECH Roasted Maple/Walnut necks, S-TECH Roasted Maple Fretboard
SR5500
- 4, 5, and 6 string configurations
- Ovangkol top/African Mahogany body, S-TECH Roasted Maple/Walnut neck, Rosewood Fretboard
SR6500
- 5-string configuration
- Mappa Burl top/African Mahogany body, S-TECH Roasted Maple/Walnut neck, Rosewood Fretboard
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