Ibanez

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The compact GSRM20 miKro bass is designed for maximum comfort, with a lightweight poplar body and slim maple neck that make playing a breeze. Its short 28.6" scale is long enough to produce full, punchy bass tones, yet short enough for players with smaller hands or in cramped practice spaces.

Dynamix Pickups Deliver Versatile Tone

The GSRM20 miKro features a Dynamix P pickup at the neck and Dynamix J pickup at the bridge, providing a range of classic bass tones from full and warm to sharp and defined. Roll off the P pickup for a round, thumpy tone that lays down a solid foundation. Engage the J pickup alone for a more articulate, mid-focused sound that cuts through the mix. Blend the pickups together to find your perfect balance of lows, mids and highs.

Fast, Comfortable Neck

The GSRM20 miKro's slim maple neck offers amazing playability for bassists of all skill levels. Its fast profile allows for effortless slides and position shifts, while its short scale makes it easy to fret notes and play complex lines. The neck's satin finish minimizes friction as your hand glides up and down. Combined with its lightweight body, the GSRM20 miKro provides hours of comfortable playing without fatigue.

High-Quality Components for Great Sound

Like Ibanez's full-size basses, the GSRM20 miKro is built with high-quality components to deliver great tone and sustain. Its B10 bridge provides a solid anchor for the strings, maximizing vibration transfer to the body. Accurate fretwork and nut files ensure notes ring out clearly with no buzzing. While compact in size, the GSRM20 miKro sacrifices none of the quality that has made Ibanez a leader in bass design.

Ibanez GSRM20 miKro Short-Scale Bass Guitar Black
Ibanez GSRM20 miKro Short-Scale Bass Guitar Black
Ibanez GSRM20 miKro Short-Scale Bass Guitar Black

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BodyWood: Poplar body
    NeckShape: GRSM4Wood: MapleFingerboard: Bound purpleheartScale: 28.6"Nut Width: 38 mmFrets: Medium fretsInlay: Pearl dot
      ElectronicsConfiguration: PJNeck pickup: Dynamix P neck pickupMiddle pickup: Dynamix J bridge pickupControls: Individual volume, master tone
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      Body
      • Wood: Poplar body
      Neck
      • Shape: GRSM4
      • Wood: Maple
      • Fingerboard: Bound purpleheart
      • Scale: 28.6"
      • Nut Width: 38 mm
      • Frets: Medium frets
      • Inlay: Pearl dot
      Electronics
      • Configuration: PJ
      • Neck pickup: Dynamix P neck pickup
      • Middle pickup: Dynamix J bridge pickup
      • Controls: Individual volume, master tone
      Other
      • Bridge: B10 bridge
      • Hardware color: Chrome
      • Case: Sold separately

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      Warranty terms vary. Check with manufacturer for specific product warranty.

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      4.59

      187 Reviews

      97%

      of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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      Most Liked Positive Review

      5

      Ibanez's Micro Bass Guitar

      I was truly amazed at how nice this guitar is and plays. I have been playing guitar for over 30 years. I wanted to get my kids into playing a stringed instrument. My boys are ages 8,10 & 12. All three have been able to pick it up and start playing...(with a little instructional help from me) For the money, this guitar is excellent. I like it so much that I am considering buying one for my studio to record with. The sound is great and the best part about it is that you can tune it. In my experience, you get what you pay for. I have looked at purchasing 6 string micro guitars in the past and never bought any because the intonation was always off. I could never tune them up out of the box. I would have to spend additional money to have it set up properly or do it myself. The Micro Bass by Ibanez sounds great right out of the box. My boys are loving it.

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      Most Liked Negative Review

      3

      Small bass - large sound

      A little rough around the edges but overall a great bass. The neck and fretboard were very, very dry feeling until I used mineral oil (baby oil) to give them a better feel. This bass has a true low sound on the neck pick up ( p-bass style split). At a recent jam session, someone recorded us with a one point stereo mic and the bass was so strong that it blew out the recording. Guess I will have to play softer. Love the even shorter short scale of 28.6" Guitar licks and scales transfer over much easier, as I am playing both guitar and bass regularly at the moment.

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      Best Uses

      1. Practicing97
      2. Jamming81
      3. Recording40
      4. Small Venues36
      5. School Bands29

      Cons

      1. Fret Buzz20
      2. Craftsmanship3
      3. Flat Sound3
      4. Poor Pick Up2
      5. Slippery in your lap, add little cat tongue grip1

      Describe Yourself

      1. Novice47
      2. Experienced45
      3. Professional Musician15
      4. Child7

      Pros

      1. Fun To Play109
      2. Good Feel95
      3. Good Tone78
      4. Good Pick Up68
      5. Solid Electronics54
      • AWESOME FIRST BASS

        5

        submitted3 months ago

        byAWAYGONE

        fromLANGHORNE PA

        THIS BASS ROCKS!!! I HAD THE STRINGS DANCING, MY FINGERS WERE DANCING AND THE NOTES WERE DANCING. REALLY A BASS THAT A STUDENT COULD USE AND ACTUALLY LEARN AND GROW ON GOLD RECOMMENDATION 6 STARS

      • Great Beginner Bass

        5

        Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

        submitted3 months ago

        byGina

        fromFort Worth, TX

        Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

        Bought this for my son as a beginner bass guitar and he loves it. Very easy for him to handle.

      • Ibanez Bass

        5

        submitted6 months ago

        byJeff

        fromStow,ohio

        I bought this bass so that I would have a bass as I am a guitar player first and foremost, and I will say that this bass is awsome! It did not break the bank to purchase,and sounds and plays very well.I am very happy with this purchase and would definitely recommend it!

      • Great product for children

        4

        Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

        submitted8 months ago

        byLuis

        fromMiami, FL

        Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

        i bought this item for my kid since he is just starting to learn to play bass. Lightweight, comfortable, and easy to use, this was an amazing buy. He feels great playing and it has great sound quality. Compared to the other bass I bought, you can tell this is a great quality ítem for the price its at.

      • Great bass incredible price.

        5

        Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

        submitted8 months ago

        byBert

        fromGreeley

        Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

        Bought for my granddaughter and she loves it.

      • This product is a special find my grandpa had this bass.

        5

        submitted10 months ago

        byOmar

        fromSan Diego California

        Amazing fun starter guitar.

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      • asked byJason

        fromPortland, Oregon

        Where was this guitar made?

        Where was this guitar made?

        Open Reply - Gear-Support
        The Ibanez GSRM20 is made in Indonesia.
      • asked byMyles

        fromDurango, colorado

        My bass is making this weird noise if I turn up the the tone I've checked all of my pedals, cables, and amp but that buzzing won't go away even is I do not touch my bass it still makes the noise.

        My bass is making this weird noise if I turn up the the tone I've checked all of my pedals, cables, and amp but that buzzing won't go away even is I do not touch my bass it still makes the noise.

        Open Reply - Gear-Support
        Unfortunately I can't trouble shoot you bass through email. You should bring it to a guitar tech.
      • asked byDovesong

        fromAtlanta Ga

        I have a set of Getaria wireless transmitter/receivers. Will they work on the Ibanez Mikro bass? I know there are some brands that will not fit due to the size of the jack on this particular bass. If the Getaria transmitter/receiver will not work can you recommend some that will? Also I have read some reviews that mention fret buzz. Is this something that hopefully has been corrected ?

        I have a set of Getaria wireless transmitter/receivers. Will they work on the Ibanez Mikro bass? I know there are some brands that will not fit due to the size of the jack on this particular bass. If the Getaria transmitter/receiver will not work can you recommend some that will? Also I have read some reviews that mention fret buzz. Is this something that hopefully has been corrected ?

        Open Reply - Gear-Support
        1) The GSRM20 has a standard 1/4" jack. The Getaria has a standard 1/4" jack. I'm not familiar with the issues you mention. They will fit. 2) There is probably nothing to fix. Fret buzz is not a defect. Fret buzz is directly related to the setup. It can be adjusted.
      • asked byChris

        fromBroken Arrow , Oklahoma

        What length of string is needed

        What length of string is needed

        Open Reply - Gear-Support
        The size of this neck will be: Short scale - 30"
      • asked byBobby

        fromLoma linda CA

        Can I use a 1/4 amp plug In for this bass?

        Can I use a 1/4 amp plug In for this bass?

        Open Reply - Gear-Support
        Yes, this will use a 1/4 in cable
      • asked byEric B

        fromNewport News,Va

        Do ya'll have it in purple an can i get it at the store?

        Do ya'll have it in purple an can i get it at the store?

        Open Reply - Gear-Support
        We do not have the purple color unfortunately
      • asked byEmily

        fromAtlanta , GA

        What is Guitar Dimensions size? Since I will ship it to dorm and like to know what is the package size?

        What is Guitar Dimensions size? Since I will ship it to dorm and like to know what is the package size?

        Open Reply - Gear-Support
        The guitar dimensions will be: H: 4.5" W: 18" D: 44.5" Weight: 11 lbs.
      • asked byBrooke

        fromundisclosed

        Can this be plugged into an amp?

        Can this be plugged into an amp?

        Open Reply - Gear-Support
        Yes, this will be plugged into an amp
      • asked byJay

        fromPasadena, CA

        What exactly do the 3 turning knobs on the Bass do? I've been trying to figure it out what it isn't exactly apparent.

        What exactly do the 3 turning knobs on the Bass do? I've been trying to figure it out what it isn't exactly apparent.

        Open Reply - Kenneth
        It will have one volume knob per pickup and a tone knob
      • asked byCamille

        fromundisclosed

        How much does it weigh?

        How much does it weigh?

        Open Reply - Gear-Support
        This bass weighs 8.4 pounds.
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