Ibanez GSR200 or Yamaha TRBX174EW?

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@jesusninja2401 Жыл бұрын

I finally got my bass in this past weekend. I got the Yamaha 174 mango wood version. My decision was based on price rather than sound. But I'm very happy with my purchase. MF offered me a great deal of $191 to buy it so I went with that. As far as the bass itself, it is beautiful but more brownish in grain than orange. The fretboard and neck are great and feel good for my smaller hands. It plays well and sounds good through my Fender Rumble 25 amp. Great feeling bass. As for the Ibanez I'd still love to have one. Might be on the list later this year :) Thanks everyone for comments and advice on this.

@55TeleMark Жыл бұрын

As a bass player for 50 years, I own the Yamaha TRBX174. It’s 3 times the Fender Maple P bass.

@thudor1 Жыл бұрын

I have the Yamaha TRBX174EW with the tobacco sunburst finish. I got it for $219.00 and it gives you a lot for the price! A full 24 frets while the revered Fender Precision only has 20, P-J pickups give you a little more versatility and the satin finish on the back of the maple neck provides easy thumb sliding even when your hands sweat. It's not too heavy and it's well-balanced. Overall, a great beginner's bass that you can carry into your professional career!!

@omdyksjhwp Жыл бұрын

may I ask where do you buy it?

@TheWolfsnack 5 ай бұрын

@@omdyksjhwp Just bought one on Amazon on sale.....

@johnwbkennedy539 Жыл бұрын

Great to hear your comments. Definitely go with the Ibanez.

@funeralmoon83 5 ай бұрын

Yamaha!

@bigpapab Жыл бұрын

I have the Yamaha TRBX174EW with the mango wood top, love it!

@MT-BamBam 8 ай бұрын

I hate making decisions... so I bought both!

@rdormer Жыл бұрын

Baby bassist here - I just got my first bass all of two months ago. No sick licks or basslines just yet, but I'm getting pretty good with scales :D. I went with the Yamaha (in Tobacco Sunburst, very handsome) and I haven't had a single regret. Admittedly I have a limited basis for comparison, but I've been very happy overall with it, especially once I got it set up professionally. Especially on the D and G string, the action is so low without any buzzing that I swear I can just think about fretting and it'll happen. Given my current level, goals, and the quality of the bass itself, I think it's going to be a very long time before I'm in the market for anything else.

@vincentmorelli1013 Жыл бұрын

Definitely go for the Yamaha. My biggest gripe with the Ibanez is the bass boost control which makes it sound muddy. For beginners a passive instrument is probably a more suitable option, plus with the Yamaha you get 24 frets vs the Ibanez only having 22.

@shawnhuff3920 Жыл бұрын

I have a Yamaha tbrx 174 4ew and I have ibanez mikro bass and ibanez bass 6 and LTD six string bass guitar and squier classic vibe 70's jazz bass and squier classic vibe 70's precision bass guitar and a fender American professional jazz bass guitar I play my Yamaha bass guitar a lot it's great 👍

@christianfoster3806 Жыл бұрын

The one that feels best in the hands is always the best way to go. The shape of the neck and fretboard, and the string action, is the interface between you and your rig. Your signal can be changed with new pickups or an EQ, but the setup of the bass and the way it physcally responds to your hands affects how you play and how it sounds. You can hear sometimes on recordings whether the bass is set up with low or high action.

@pmuns0n 25 күн бұрын

I'm a beginner and just bought the red TRBX174. They also had the EW "tobacco sunburst" version, but Ilked the red one more so got to save myself $50 + tax. I can honestly see myself just keeping this bass for years, upgrading things as I feel the need to (knobs, pickups, bridge, maybe tuners but I've tuned it once and it's still dead on after a week.)

@invertedv12powerhouse77 10 күн бұрын

Actually found one going to a music shop with my little bro 70$ off. So i picked it up lol

@Remyonbass251 Жыл бұрын

Hands down the yamaha. When it comes to entry level basses for pretty much anything they take the cake as all 'rounders. Cant go wrong. Especially if they have a taste for prog its probably the best call. Though on a personal note I love string entry level basses and would recommend they consider them vs a yamaha.

@miguelfuentes5047 Жыл бұрын

Both of these basses are more than good enough for the money. I own both. I find them suitable even for professional recordings. They will both work just fine if you know how to adjust the sound correctly. I even find that with both of these basses, you don't even need something as expensive as a Fender bass. It's all about how you adjust your sound and how you play. I feel that in this case, the Ibanez is a bit more of a better bass, but both of them are more than good enough.

@progrockjock Жыл бұрын

Well said! I really appreciate your input - Thank you!!

@visumetvanitas 5 ай бұрын

I had the GSR 205 when I was younger and it really helped me build the foundations for learning the bass. Neck felt smooth and comfy in my hands, action was a bit high but I learned to fiddle with the truss rod, and it was generally very fun to play. Its original tone is a bit too middy imo, but an EQ can always fix that. My only issue was how I always had to buy 9V batteries for the pick-ups (iirc the pickups won't turn on if you ain't got no batteries or if batteries were running low). Sometimes the battery could last a whole 5/6 song gig, sometimes it didn't. I was always insecure about them batteries running low, and 9V batteries weren't exactly cheap back then lol. So if the young bass player in the vid has no problem with the active pickups and its 9V battery requirements, then the GSR 200 (or 205) is a lot of fun.

@ranger1959ful Жыл бұрын

I'm steering toward the Ibanez GSR200 myself to learn on.

@kharybaker868 Жыл бұрын

I really like the look of the Yamaha, but I'd go with the Ibanez because I'm more familiar with the brand.

@timmytuka8057 Жыл бұрын

Since they're priced similarly I'd pick whatever felt more comfortable. We all have different length arms, sized hands etc and what works for 1 person may not for another. Honestly I don't think you can go wrong with either, even the most basic models seem to be fine.

@kevinbrianjohnsonmusic Жыл бұрын

Myself I would go with the Yamaha. But I'd be fine with the Ibanez. I'm just a Yamaha fan boy though...lol

@Nerotique Жыл бұрын

Get the Yamaha, and throw a set of EMG, Geezer Butler P/J pickups in it. You'll have zero regrets, and you'll never look back.

@shawnhuff3920 6 ай бұрын

Yamaha trbx 174ew I have one with semore duncan quarter pounders pickups and a K.S.M music bridge from K.S.M music in Logan Utah and dark amber speed knobs...

@jesusninja2401 Жыл бұрын

I did find the Yamaha for $219 in the mango finish. But reviews are saying it might a little thick for people with smaller hands such as me. They recommend the Ibanez in that case. But reading everyone's comments to make my decision.

@progrockjock Жыл бұрын

I know people are saying to go for the longer scale but the only 24-fret bass I own is my first Ibanez bass. For me, I don't think you can go wrong with Ibanez. They are so close to being my favorite instrument maker but there are a few other companies that can't be ignored.

@jesusninja2401 Жыл бұрын

@@progrockjock Yeah keep looking at the Yamaha it sure is pretty. But at $219 it's only $10 less than the Ibanez. The Ibanez does sound much better to me.

@jamestom2510 9 ай бұрын

I owned ibanez and now own Yamaha and also the older yamaha rbx765a, both the yamaha's to me feel much better. the Ibanez has narrower neck, yamaha has a wider neck, making string spacing better, at least for my hand size. I found the Ibanez just like a guitar rather than bass in its feel. BUT. Never chooses a bass on its loudeness. Go for sound quality, clarity and above all how it feels in the hand. other than that you cant go wrong.

@NickThunnda 6 ай бұрын

Just saw this Yamaha today. I always get Yamaha even though I can afford better. The most beautiful look, good finish and sound. I usually buy a better pickup later on.

@philipshaw9485 11 ай бұрын

Bought the yamaha a few weeks ago . I wanted a nice looking cheap bass to do a fretless conversion. It played quite well as a fretted bass. The neck was a terrible fit to the body, the amount of slack was unbelievable. I had to glue veneer into the slot to tighten up the fitment of the body and neck. I removed the frets, inserted veneer into the fingerboard, sanded applied superglue to the fretboard, polished etc, fitted some tapewound strings, ditched the bridge and tuners for better gear, did a setup and hey presto, ended up with a kick ass bass. If only yamaha took a bit more care in the quality of making these things they would be a serious peace of kit

@garrydhintz8017 Жыл бұрын

I'd probably lean towards Ibanez. I was shocked how good those GSR basses sound. However if he wanted to get into the higher trbx models they are awesome.

@ianr02 9 ай бұрын

You'd better hope it has a bypass switch for the preamp unless you like playing them acoustically... I had a look at Ibanez's site and I can't see that switch yet.

@jesusninja2401 Жыл бұрын

After all the comments and my research, to me the Ibanez sounds much better. But Musician's Friend did contact me and give a very good deal on the Mango Yamaha. I'd save around $40 overall. So I may be going with the Yamaha although I still think the Ibanez sounds better overall. Thanks everyone for your imput and help.

@progrockjock Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Sounds good! Let me know how you like it. FYI, I've been trying to get back on that Yamaha all week but I've been busy, hence me cutting up old videos and posting them on Tuesday and Wednesday. I'll probably post it tomorrow, but not sure.

@jesusninja2401 Жыл бұрын

@@progrockjock If you do that will help make my final decision. I'm not bound to buy the Yamaha yet but told them I might next week so they offered me a good deal on it.

@Mario-uz9bh 2 ай бұрын

New to bass here. Do these two models give out the annoying 60 cycle hum?

@progrockjock 2 ай бұрын

Welcome! I'm going to go with a "No" on that...I think that's more of an electric guitar thing. Either way, I didn't notice any noise coming from these two basses when I played them.

@Mario-uz9bh 2 ай бұрын

Thank you sir!

@progrockjock 2 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@terranceburgess9170 Ай бұрын

The Ibanez has a preamp but the yahama could be a good choice but I love the Ibanez it gives good sound options

@wildchild8050 10 ай бұрын

Go for the Yamaha bass it's what I have it's a very beautiful and great sounding entry level bass. got mine for $350

@maksimdarling Жыл бұрын

Hi. I am a guitar player, so I have no idea about basses. I have 3 options available: Yamaha TRBX174, Ibanez GSR200 and Fernandes FRB-40. Which one should I check first? I would like to have live bass in my songs and I like touching the strings not keys. I hope you can guide me! Thanks and all the best!

@progrockjock Жыл бұрын

Normally, I would say Ibanez, without hesitation but I recently purchased an SR506e with muddy sounding Bartolini pickups and ridiculous fret buzz that I missed. Never test out a bass in a parking lot 😉 Now, I would probably say the Yamaha because you can score it for little to nothing BUT only if there isn't any fret buzz. The pickups on that bass are passive, which I find to be a good thing in the mix. Also, the feel of the neck and every fret sounding off perfectly is extremely important. If the frets buzz out, walk away. I don't know anything about Fernandez but I wish I did. In summary, Ibanez basses and guitars (as I'm sure you know) generally play great but the pickups they usually put in their basses are not good, even with a name like Bartolini. Best of luck, man!

@maksimdarling Жыл бұрын

@@progrockjock Thanks!

@progrockjock Жыл бұрын

@@maksimdarling You're welcome!

@JayW-q1o 2 ай бұрын

My gio sound gear Ibanez 4 string bass with active electronics the only one bass you need for life word HERMAN

@Al_Mac125 Жыл бұрын

I haven't played either of these basses but wouldn't recommend the Ibanez for a beginner if the neck is tiny.

@Junmartinez-hy5kq 20 күн бұрын

Ibanez, Forevere,🤘🏼😎

@theblytonian3906 Жыл бұрын

The Ibanez GSR200 to give it its proper prefix doesn't have "active" pickups. It has a gimmicky cheap EQ circuit they label Phat II EQ. Ibanez's spin is that it gives an "active bass boost". Anyone with a brain will disable it immediately which involves using a soldering iron. That notwithstanding, the passive pickups in the Yamaha sound better than those in the Ibanez, the Yamaha's BQ & finish is better, and its neck design is superior notably the break angle over the headstock with its assisting it to stay in tune. And the price! No brainer. As usual in 2023 Ibanez is full of 'aren't we so cool' spin whilst Yamaha just quietly delivers the goods with what is clearly a loss leader to attract bass beginners to the brand. I say that owning both Yamaha and Ibanez guitars. IMV, today Ibanez are overpriced, and mediocrity personified until you enter mid-range pricepoint. Someone has to pay for all that celebrity marketing. When I went for my first bass, I checked out both of these amongst others. Bought the Yamaha TRBX174 in RM. Couldn't be happier. It was the smart choice. I like the 174TRBX EW in Tobacco Brown Sunburst too.

@luciosalustiano5837 9 ай бұрын

I plaied Yamaha and Ibanez basses... I always like more Yamaha.

@jesusninja2401 Жыл бұрын

After watching videos on here of the Yamaha I think the Ibanez actually sounds better. Yamaha seems better quality. Tough decision.

@progrockjock Жыл бұрын

I'm with Ibanez too but check the comments people are making here. After all, I made this video for you 😀. Scott Tesar has some good advice on getting it at the right price.

@Artistic_Avnue 4 ай бұрын

Its not about how lows and boast Ibanez sounds with active pickups but how clean and punchy loud that sounds good in songs and live like Yamaha bass does is noticeable through your ears, I would choose Yamaha trbx 174 instead of Ibanez since Ibanez is too much muddy and Irony sound with heavy bass that donot required in any song except metal. It kills the presence of the songs and dominate the rest of the musician thats why I would choose Yamaha trbx 174 obviously. Whether it is passive bass pickup....