Ibanez GSR205SM-NGT GIO 5-String Bass - Natural Grey Burst

For over 30 years, the Ibanez Soundgear (SR) series has been a favourite among bassists seeking a sleek, modern instrument with professional performance. Continuing this legacy, the Ibanez GSR205SM from the GIO series delivers the same iconic SR design, smooth playability, and versatile tone—all at a price point perfect for beginners and budget-conscious players.

Key Features of the Ibanez GSR205SM 5-String Bass

Fast Maple Neck
The solid maple neck offers exceptional stability and a bright tonal character, ideal for fast playing styles and intricate bass lines.

Jatoba Fretboard with Medium Frets
A reddish-brown Jatoba fretboard provides warm midrange tones and crisp high-end response. Medium frets improve note precision, making this bass perfect for accurate fretting.

Stunning Spalted Maple Top & Lightweight Poplar Body
The eye-catching spalted maple top sits on a lightweight poplar body, delivering a balanced, full-bodied tone with excellent resonance—without the extra weight.

Dynamix H Pickups for Powerful Bass Tones
Dual Dynamix humbucking pickups offer deep, punchy tones with clarity and articulation across all five strings—perfect for rock, metal, funk, or jazz.

Phat II Active EQ for Enhanced Low-End
Need more boom? The Phat II active bass boost circuit lets you dial in extra low-end power with the turn of a knob.

Reliable B10 Bridge
The B10 bridge offers full intonation adjustability and rock-solid tuning stability, giving you consistent performance every time you plug in.

Why Choose the Ibanez GSR205SM?

Part of the respected Ibanez GIO line, the GSR205SM is crafted to the same quality standards as higher-end Ibanez models. It’s an ideal 5-string bass guitar for beginners, intermediate players, or anyone looking for premium tone and performance without breaking the bank.