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Ibanez GSRM20

Ibanez GSRM20

4.7(85 ratings)

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$186.99at Guitar CenterChecked Nov 9

15% under what the other stores charge

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $186.99 at Guitar Center on Nov 9.
  • Checked at 4 stores.

Our take on the Ibanez GSRM20

The GSRM20 is Ibanez's short-scale 4-string bass, with a 28.6-inch scale that makes it far easier to reach the low frets than a full 34-inch bass. It pairs a poplar body with a maple neck and rosewood fretboard, 22 frets, and a pair of passive Dynamix P/J pickups with a two-band active EQ. Players pick it as a first bass, a travel or practice instrument, or a smaller-bodied option for guitarists doubling on bass. Against full-scale budget basses it trades some low-end authority and sustain for comfort, and its short scale means standard long-scale strings won't fit.

Best forBeginners and younger playersGuitarists doubling on bassSmall hands and shorter playersPractice, travel and home recording
Pros
  • Short 28.6-inch scale is easy on the fretting hand
  • Light poplar body is comfortable standing or seated
  • P/J pickup pair covers rock, funk and pop tones
  • Active two-band EQ shapes the sound without a pedal
  • 22 frets and a slim neck feel close to a guitar
Cons
  • Needs short-scale strings; long-scale sets won't fit
  • Less low-end depth and sustain than a 34-inch bass
  • Active EQ needs a battery and adds a control to learn
  • Stock setup and string quality are often mediocre

Ibanez GSRM20 prices at every store

  • Guitar CenterNew

    In stock

    $186.99Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $219.99Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • AdoramaNew

    In stock

    $219.99Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • Musician's FriendNew

    In stock

    $219.99Checked Nov 9
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Ibanez GSRM20 price history

Lowest price we've seen: $186.99 on Nov 9 at Guitar Center. Tracked across 4 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

  • 4.7 / 585 ratings

Owners rate the GSRM20 highly as a first or compact bass, praising its playability, light weight and versatile P/J pickups. Criticism centers on the short scale's thinner low end, the need for short-scale strings, and setup or fretwork that can need attention out of the box.

What people mention
  • Scale lengthPraisedPlayers say the short scale makes fretting and stretching much easier, especially for beginners and guitarists.
  • Low endCriticisedSome owners find the tone thinner and less deep than a full 34-inch bass.
  • WeightPraisedThe light poplar body is repeatedly called comfortable for long practice sessions.
  • PickupsPraisedThe P/J pickup pair and active EQ are described as versatile across rock, funk and pop.
  • SetupMixedSeveral buyers report needing a setup or fretwork touch-up after unboxing.
  • StringsCriticisedOwners note that standard long-scale strings don't fit and short-scale sets are harder to find.

Specifications

Qty. Strings (pcs)
4Source
Burst Finish
SunburstSource
Handedness
Right-HandedSource
Wood Type (body sides)
PoplarSource
Wood Type (fretboard)

Questions and answers

Is the Ibanez GSRM20 good for a beginner?
Yes. The short scale and slim neck make it one of the easier basses to start on, and the P/J pickups cover most styles. Budget for a setup and a fresh set of short-scale strings.
What strings does the GSRM20 take?
It needs short-scale strings sized for a 28.6-inch scale. Standard long-scale sets will be too long and can sound or intonate poorly.
How does it compare with a full-scale bass?
It is lighter and easier to fret, but it has less low-end depth and sustain. Choose it for comfort and portability; choose a 34-inch bass for a fuller, heavier tone.
Does it have active or passive electronics?
It has passive Dynamix P/J pickups with an active two-band EQ, so it needs a 9-volt battery. You can cut or boost bass and treble on the instrument.
How many frets and strings does it have?
It is a 4-string bass with 22 frets on a rosewood fretboard. The body is poplar with a maple neck.
Is it good for recording?
Yes for home recording and demos. The active EQ lets you shape the tone at the source, though the short scale gives a slightly rounder, less deep sound than a long-scale bass.
Where is the Ibanez GSRM20 cheapest?
At Guitar Center, for $186.99, 15% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Ibanez GSRM20?
Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 85 ratings.
Where can I buy the Ibanez GSRM20?
4 stores we checked sell it, including Guitar Center, Best Buy, Adorama, Musician's Friend.

Stores we've priced the Ibanez GSRM20 at

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RosewoodSource
Qty. Frets
22Source
Size
4/4Source
Wood Type (neck)
MapleSource
Wood Type (front)
AgathisSource
Wood Type (back)
AgathisSource