Ibanez SR300ES VM Electric Bass

The Ibanez SR300ES VM Electric Bass is a versatile and performance‑focused 4‑string bass that brings comfort, tone shaping, and rock‑ready attitude to players from beginners to intermediate and gigging musicians. From its smooth neck and lightweight body to powerful electronics and flexible EQ, this instrument stands out in the popular Ibanez SR Series lineup. 

The SR300ES VM combines modern bass playability with professional‑style features — including dual hum‑style pickups and a 3‑band EQ with a Power Tap switch — in a sleek, ergonomic body. It’s designed to give you expressive tone options and comfort during long playing sessions.

Body & Construction

• Nyatoh Solid Body — Warm, balanced tonewood that provides a rich mid‑low foundation with good resonance and sustain.
• Double‑Cutaway Design — Classic SR ergonomic shape for excellent upper‑fret access and balanced feel.
• Lightweight Build — Comfortable for long practice or performance sets.

Neck & Fingerboard

• 5‑Piece Maple/Walnut Neck — A multi‑layered neck that delivers both strength and tonal clarity with quick attack.
• Jatoba Fretboard — Rich midrange warmth with crisp highs and a comfortable, responsive feel.
• 24 Medium Frets — Full fret range supports both low‑end grooves and expressive lead lines.
• 34″ (864 mm) Scale Length — Standard bass scale for solid tension and punchy lows.

Electronics & Controls

• PowerSpan Dual Coil Pickups — Proprietary passive humbucking pickups developed by Ibanez, offering strong output with rich harmonic detail, clarity, and dynamic expression without sacrificing low‑end power.
• Ibanez Custom Electronics 3‑Band EQ — Precise control over bass, mid, and treble allows you to tailor your tone from deep and smooth to bright and punchy.
• 3‑Way Power Tap Switch — Adds tonal flexibility: choose from series humbucker mode for warm, thick tones, single‑coil mode for snappy clarity, or Power Tap for a hybrid sound combining the best of both.
• Volume & EQ Knobs — Intuitive control layout for quick sound adjustments on the fly.

Hardware

• Accu‑cast B120 Bridge — Heavy‑duty bridge with wide string slots accommodates thicker strings and enhances sustain and tuning stability.
• Cosmo Black Hardware — Sleek, durable hardware complements the modern aesthetic.
• Standard Tuners — Smooth, reliable tuning performance.

Who It’s For

This bass is ideal for:

• Beginners seeking a comfortable, easy‑to‑play first bass with pro‑inspired features.
• Intermediate Players who want versatile tone shaping for practice, studio, or stage.
• Multi‑Genre Players — From funk and jazz to rock and pop, the SR300ES can adapt to many styles thanks to its flexible EQ and pickup switching.

The Ibanez SR300ES VM Electric Bass delivers smooth playability, tonal flexibility, and pro‑level features in a balanced, lightweight package. With its PowerSpan Dual Coil pickups, 3‑band EQ, and Power Tap switch, you get a wide palette of sounds — from classic warm bass tones to bright, articulate lines — making it a versatile choice for players at many stages of their musical journey.