Detail 01
37–34.5-inch multi-scale
The low B uses the longer scale, while the high C uses the shorter scale.
Product detailSKU #1500000462466
IbanezBTB866MS 6-String Multi-Scale Electric Bass Guitar - Brown Topaz Burst Flat
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Built around a 37–34.5-inch multi-scale layout, the BTB866MS gives its low B a longer scale while the high C uses the shorter end of the range. Neck-through construction joins a five-piece maple/walnut neck with ash top and back and okoume wings. Two T1 humbuckers feed a custom 3-band EQ, with three selectable mid centers and an EQ bypass that turns the treble control into a passive tone control. The MR5S bridge also allows individual string-spacing changes, and a hardshell case is included.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Six-string bass parts that use both a low B and high C across a 37–34.5-inch multi-scale neck.
- Players who want selectable 250 Hz, 450 Hz, or 700 Hz midrange control from the onboard EQ.
- Dialing in individual string spacing by up to 1.5 mm in either direction at the bridge.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
T1 humbuckers
Each pickup uses individually mounted coils, and its rounded edge can serve as a thumb rest.
Detail 03
3-band EQ and 3-way mid switch
Midrange can be selected at 250 Hz, 450 Hz, or 700 Hz.
Detail 04
EQ bypass
Bypass enables passive operation and changes the treble knob to a master tone control.
Detail 05
MR5S bridge
Its saddles allow string-spacing adjustment by up to ±1.5 mm.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The bass is right-handed and has six strings.
- 02A hardshell case is included.
- 03It uses a 2.125-inch nut width.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does it include a case?
Yes. A hardshell case is included.
02Can the bass operate passively?
Yes. Engaging EQ bypass enables passive operation, with the treble control functioning as a master tone.
03Which midrange frequencies can I select?
The three-way mid-frequency switch selects 250 Hz, 450 Hz, or 700 Hz.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsSound
- EQ
- Ibanez Custom Electronics 3-band EQ
6 detailsPickups & controls
- Controls
- Volume, balance, treble, mid, bass
- Neck Pickup
- T1 humbucker
- Mid Frequency Switch
- 3-way (250 Hz, 450 Hz, 700 Hz)
- Bridge Pickup
- T1 humbucker
- Pickup Configuration
- HH (dual humbuckers)
- Bridge
- MR5S with adjustable saddles
7 detailsPlayability
- Strings
- 6-string
- Orientation
- Right handed
- Nut Width
- 2.125
- String Spacing
- Adjustable by +/- 1.5mm
- Number of Frets
- Medium stainless steel
- Number of Strings
- 6-string
- Scale Length
- 37
16 detailsBody & build
- Body Wings
- Okoume
- Color
- Brown
- Fingerboard Wood
- Panga panga
- Neck Construction
- Neck-through
- Body Material
- Ash
- Back Wood
- Ash
- Top Material
- Ash
- Body Finish
- Gloss
- Finish
- Gloss
- Neck Reinforcement
- Graphite rods
- Hardware Finish
- Black
- Neck Wood
- 5-piece maple/walnut
- Fingerboard Material
- Panga panga
- Fingerboard Radius
- 12 inch
- Tuning Machines
- Standard bass tuners
- Body Construction
- Neck-through
1 detailsIn the box
- Case or Gig Bag
- Hardshell
1 detailsOther
- EQ Bypass
- Yes, with passive tone control
