LowEndLobster Fresh Look: Ibanez Talman TMB505 5 String Bass - Feature Packed Value King?

[@ericjohnson6105]

One of the nice things about your demos is that you can hear the cheep basses sound cheep, and basses that are worth owning sound like they are worth owning. This is one in the worth owning category.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Eric!

[@joelonbass]

You deserve way more subscribers than you have, man! Really high quality content :) looking forward to more.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you! I look forward to making more :)

[@PushSueAside]

Your doing this on purpose lobster!!! It was funny at first, but now? Stop pulling great sounding ibenez's out of your...I don't know...maybe....ALTERNATE UNIVERSE!?! I'm so happy to end the weekend with a new, awesome lobster video. Thank you for once again making me see that ibenez isn't as crappy as all the major guitar stores keep displaying. You are such a treat and the world is better for having you here. Thank you for sharing. Have a great week

[@LowEndLobster]

I'm a really big fan of Ibanez as of late. Their model range is extremely broad and they try to make something for everyone while not making their lineup too similar. I'm so glad you enjoyed the video, Tommy :). Have a great week as well!

[@horrorshowbass]

The metallic green forest in these is 👌

[@LowEndLobster]

I agree! The finishes for the 500/505 are nice :)

[@horrorshowbass]

@@LowEndLobster if only we got a SUB in that colour. Not a fan of the Olive green.

[@michaelcozine3018]

I love the look and sound of this bass! Gotta hear more of it.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank Michael! She'll be coming back for a full review soon :)

[@jonnyg123ful]

Can’t wait to hear your next review on this bass as always I enjoy your reviews

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks John :)

[@michaelharris7030]

sounds real nice with the tone rolled off. Great demo. Considering this for my first 5-string

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks! Yeah this thing is a tone monster for the price. Full review will have more sound clips and some comparisons. Stay tuned my friend :)!

[@ALVINCAMPSR1]

I just received my Ibanez TMB-505 bass today. Got it on Amazon. Packaging was very good. I always see how a bass feels in my hands first, before plugging it in. This bass feels amazing!!! One thing I noticed, was the volume/ separation knob kind of stuck, meaning, if I turn the volume knob, the separation knob or pick up selection knob would turn also. Found a fix for that. The pick guard has a plastic protective film on it, if you peel it off without taking off the knobs, the plastic will kind of bind the knobs together. So, I removed the knobs, and removed all of the plastic, reinstalled the knobs, and problem solved!!!

[@LowEndLobster]

Congrats on your new bass! Thanks for sharing, Alvin :)

[@spikesvideos]

got mine a few weeks ago too, i absolutely love it!!! Ibanez keeps outdoing themselves with deals like these!!

[@spikesvideos]

i gotta say though, once you strap that bass up and play itwith fingers you'll forget all above what you thought of neck dive, just a thought....cuz, that was a thing for me, but went away when i stood up and played, leveled out and became a non-issue

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks for the comments! Going to be doing a video on strap balance covering a lot of basses, stay tuned my friend :)

[@spikesvideos]

@@LowEndLobster will do, good stuff, thanks!!!

[@rogersgonc]

Seems cool. Waiting for the full review. Regards from Brazil!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks! I have the full review already, I'll update this vid description with the link :) - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eX25aHyGq7SDabs

[@rogersgonc]

@@LowEndLobster Thanks dude. I'll check it right now, didn't see it before for some reason. And maybe you'll have to edit the link, seems to be this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eX25aHyGq7SDabs

[@LowEndLobster]

Whoops! Edited. Posted teh wrong link!

[@samlelowitch]

I really dig the sound of this bass! It’s not neck dive, it’s body float.

[@LowEndLobster]

Hahaha, well said. Yeah I love this one too. It's making the rounds with some friends before coming back home to my cave for a full review :)

[@treehorn36]

I’d love to hear the bridge pick up with the tone rolled off for a ‘Jaco’ type sound. Great review, can’t wait to see what else is in store!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks! I'll be doing a more comprehensive review showing all the tones on this beast soon :)

[@prepperchannel]

I think a great comparison would be this Ibanez Talman and the Yamaha 5 string PJ.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks for the suggestion Ross!

[@mdwayne741]

That thing sounds amazing.... literally every tone that you dialed in sounded great. It's clear and fat at the same time.... WOW!

[@jaxonvictoria4345]

Last year my wife got me the $199 4-string Talman and I kid you not that was the best playing bass OUT OF THE BOX i’ve ever played. Can’t imagine how good these are.

[@LowEndLobster]

Right!? Every Talman I've ever played has been really enjoyable.... I should actually review the $199 one. Definitely one of the best bang for the buck budget basses out there.

[@jaxonvictoria4345]

LowEndLobster yeah, cheaper than a decent Squier!

[@LowEndLobster]

@@jaxonvictoria4345 And Hardluck kings crap haha

[@dextacchino7140]

Beautiful bass with great tones. Love your shows!!!

[@pleoh4101]

Thanks. I had two of them from Thomann. Neck dive indeed and some aesthetic flows. Some hum too, and both of them had a very dark fretboard (almost as dark as rosewood), so that I could not see the small black dots. I liked the overall looks and sound but did not keep both, because of the ergonomics, playability, and also a less than perfect QC.

[@Loki_Morningstar666]

The hum you are hearing is from the single coil pick up in the bridge position. I would swap it out for the hum canceling version from Nordstrand. For now keep the balance set to the p pick up because they are naturally hum canceling

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Tim!

[@MichaelCozineSounds]

I picked one of these up after seeing your overview. It’s a beautiful instrument, especially the roasted maple neck and like the sort of Fender jaguar style of it. The hardware and electronics on it are hit and miss. The bridge feels really solid but the tuners on mine feel a little unstable and rattle unless I put some foam under the strings at the headstock. The preamp sounds really good though and so does the P pickup. The J pickup is okay but I think I would actually replace it for a Nord big stack or big split so it’s completely cancelling. Love the passive / active switch. Also I found this bass loves flatwound strings over rounds . Anyway thanks for having the best video on this bass on KZbin.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you Michael! Glad you like the bass. As you've pointed out, there are definitely some corners cut but a night set of Wilkinson lightweight tuners and a better bridge pickup would make this thing a heavy hitter. The P is definitely the star of the show and it's buttah. Mine's making the rounds to some other folks, but when it gets back we'll be doing a more in depth vid and I'm going to throw on a set of flats! Great comment and thank you again :)

[@AcousticSerenity]

Those tuning pegs are MASSIVE

[@LowEndLobster]

Haha yes, I think they definitely look big on this bass.

[@monkeyxx]

I love it. I want one. I'll probably go for the four string TMB500.

[@LowEndLobster]

I love the green on the 4. Probably will neck dive less too.

[@Groovegandalf]

The important part is this is the first true 30" short scale 5 string i've ever seen in production. Something i've been wanting for a some years now. I'll be ordering one of these this week. i just wish it came in almost any other color.

[@LowEndLobster]

This one is 34". The TMB35 is the 30" one which is also nice

[@xiaoyu88]

Great review man. Ive always was for some reason a fender jazz bass guy but lately Ive dive into Ibanez and damn those are nice ones. Managed to get my hands on a 2000 ATK 1305 prestige. While trying to get used to the B string, I subbed.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you! Congrats on the ATK, those MIJ prestiges are SWEET. I love my Premium (MII) ATK810.

[@xiaoyu88]

​@@LowEndLobster Saw the vids :) Well as long as its made with love, itll be great. I wish I have found you before. other reviews never did it for me. and this TMB bass was really my taste to be frank. I thought about the SR305 (because it is cheaper) but I started out with the SR605, after heard it in a cover. Realized its no longer available made me go to the SR505 (with the ibanez preamp) but it was really expensive (around 850$) and to ship it, plus tax, thats...thats a lot where i live. At the end I saw the atk from a dude near me and decided to go for it. I'm not sorry but after years (about 14) of 4 stringing, this extra one...im just lost for now. Cant play anything. Btw, I saw you had a video where you replaced the pickups. I wanna tell you, I saw this setup (or similiar) on a bubinga Spector Legend 5. Oh my god that B string. But again, also not available where I live, and on ebay...too much. but, for now. Look at me, rumbling on. Just sharing my thoughts on my journey to my second bass two days ago, and how you review basses, wishing I'd see that before :) I would love to see more affordable 5 strings reviews! Keep it up man!

[@ronaldmorrow1198]

HEY LOBSTER..! I THINK I'M GONNA GET ONE...SOUNDS GREAT... YOU'RE. RIGHT

[@LowEndLobster]

Awesome! Thanks Ronald!

[@alexhernandezmusic9915]

The hum is from the bridge pickup which is single coil. Pretty much any time you use it, it will hum

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks!

[@RumblinMan]

Yas!!!!!!

[@LowEndLobster]

YYEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHH!!!

[@snakeplissken44]

Oh snap! Rumblin man chiming in!

[@LowEndLobster]

@@snakeplissken44 He's my bud! One of the coolest GearTubers on here. He may be making a guest appearance in an upcoming video, but it will take a lot of magic to summon him. I think I can do it.

[@RumblinMan]

Snake Plissken what’s up! This bass rocks.

[@dopenoize42]

I just purchased the TMB405 in cosmic blue! I really love it. It sounds amazing but the neck dive is harsh. But, all in all, a great instrument. Just wondering how similar the 405 is to the 505? I mean, they look pretty similar. Thanks for the demo BTW. This video was the reason I purchased mine. I just thought the one I bought was way prettier. Keep up the great content. And BTW, your newer videos are great! Just keep being you.

[@Scooter_911]

Great review! There are too many things you did excellently in this video to list, but great camera work, clear explanations and great sound signal are a few that come to mind. I subbed right away! I'd love to see this compared to another typical 5 string. Maybe the fender player series V or a similar PJ bass.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks!

[@jonnyg123ful]

Nice review bro I own 2 of these basses already tmb models great bass

[@LowEndLobster]

They really are! This one's making the rounds with some friends before coming back to me. Can't wait to get 'er back and do a full review (and compare with a Sire P7) :)

[@quantumechanical]

I’ve tried the older talman bass and was impressed. The color and roasted neck turn me on but I detest neck dive...

[@LowEndLobster]

The 4 string might be better, or it might be related to the heavy roasted maple neck (you can feel its heft) with the lighter Okoume body. Going to try this with a strap in my full review to see how it sits while standing. Thanks for the comment!

[@domagojoinky8262]

The only thing I do not like on this bass is the headstock cause it looks like an end of an oar but sound is amazing.

[@LowEndLobster]

Best solution is to take a page out of MonoNeon's book and just put a really nice sock over the headstock. Problem solved ;P! I agree with you on the styling there. It's cohesive, but not the most attractive.

[@TheBeardofDOOM]

Looks Great*, sounds fantastic! *Not sure how I feel about that spatula of a headstock

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you! Yeah, the headstock is very reminiscent of the ATK headstock. It's a love it or hate it design for sure. I think it works with the overall design, but I wouldn't want to see Fender adopt it as their new standard ;).

[@Groovegandalf]

flip a flapjack and keep on grooving

[@TheBeardofDOOM]

@@LowEndLobster make it happen!

[@LowEndLobster]

LMAO!

[@ALVINCAMPSR1]

@@LowEndLobster Headstock looks like "Gumby" LOL!!!

[@RobMLyon]

They are awesome basses at any price

[@KitBasher1]

I like that bass - actually really did the off the wall Ibanez gear, but I've been wanting a five string P bas or P/J setup

[@knappymer]

I had 2 TMB605 basses. The first was unplayable above the 12th fret and had loose parts rattling around the control cavity. The bridge was off-center on the second one to the point the g string was almost unplayable. Hoping they have improved quality control since then.

[@LowEndLobster]

That's a bummer! :( I've never had any QC issues with my Ibanez basses, but they are a large manufacturer and things are bound to happen in some small percentage. Sounds like you got a couple of lemons though

[@DaveOnBass]

Nice Scheff ya got there in the background :)

[@LowEndLobster]

Why thank you

[@levanderwilliams8545]

Great video - did you ever figure out the J pickup hum? I could not find a follow up review.

[@LowEndLobster]

Hello! Haven't done a follow up on this yet. This bass is actually making the rounds to a few friends, and will be coming back with a friend (Sire P7) to compare it to. I'll open er up and have a look before the full review. It's coming!

[@Below-Average_Joe]

I had a TMB 605, and the rear pickup hums because it is single coil. I wish Ibanez had used Big Splits instead of Big Singles so there would be no hum.

[@LowEndLobster]

That explains it. Probably cost savings as these aren't even "real" (manufactured by) Nordstrands.

[@rickrolli7091]

The TMB always has a lot to offer. Are those a short scale? It's good to see a 5 string. In the next video. Maybe try some fuzz.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Rick! This one is full scale, but I am looking to try the shorty 5'er

[@rasmillion]

Your playing is so clean, I want one of these bad boys. Maybe I can learn to play as clean as lel

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Ras!

[@rasmillion]

LowEndLobster when is the full review coming out for the Talman tmb505

[@LowEndLobster]

@@rasmillion Probably mid September, going to snag a Sire P7 to compare it to for a double review.

[@rasmillion]

LowEndLobster love to see a sire U5 short scale Seems like THE short scale feature wise, not really many around to check out

[@steverolfeca]

Why, oh WHY didn’t Ibanez put something more like this pickup set into the EHB1505MS? And the 1005MS and SMS as well? This is the tone I’d like to hear from the Bass Workshop series…

[@LowEndLobster]

I agree. The import Cort Nordys sound great.

[@keshab803]

Dingwall NG 2/ NG 3 (5string), Fender MIM player series J bass V with panga panga fretboard and Ibanez SRF705. Would be nice to see their reviews 😊😊😊

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Kehab! I've been eyeing those SRFs and the Dingwalls. We may see them in a future review ;). Thank you as always for the comment my friend!

[@freereinvoltaic]

I’m looking forward to the full review. I’ve been debating getting one.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Rick!

[@paulvanwal4875]

Thanks , I think it Sound very good ? But our curiosity for more is nonstop on the move , so we will wait ?

[@rano5851]

Nice review. I wonder how it compares to the marcus miller p7, as they are a similar setup and close in price.

[@LowEndLobster]

..... You smaaht. That's a great idea! I think I can make that happen.

[@rano5851]

@@LowEndLobster Oh! Great, would love to see that as I was about to buy the P7, but this thing is also sexy.

[@lowedahlgren7293]

Hi, great video! Would you say that there is any better equivalent basses to a similar price, considering playing gospel/funk stuff?

[@TheIrishOx]

I played the 4 string version and all I can say is that it sounds amazing but the neck shape on the one i had was extremely off-putting. Great video and keep up the amazing work as always.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks! What about the neck was offputting to you? I know they have a soundgear with the same pickup config, but I think it's a few hundred bucks more.

[@TheIrishOx]

@@LowEndLobster The neck shape was very square. I think they're supposed to have more of a p bass profile but instead of getting thicker, rounder neck. It end up being thicker and squarer(made up word). Overall, the neck wasn't for me. If I find another one I'll give it try to make sure it wasn't just a rare case because it's an amazing sounding bass. Hopefully I'm making sense.

[@LowEndLobster]

@@TheIrishOx Definitely. Necks are very subjective. Thanks for the comments!

[@sambaker14]

Your channel is extremely underrated and I've been looking for a review of this since I heard of it, I had a lower end talman and the neck succckkedddd, never stayed straight no matter what, so in the review please tell us about the straightness of the neck

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Sam! I will absolutely mention that in my full review. Thanks for commenting!

[@sambaker14]

@@LowEndLobster of course thank you for making great content!!!

[@LowEndLobster]

@@sambaker14 Thank you Sam!

[@ChrisRossUK]

Those Nordstrand pickups sounded strong; any thoughts on their potential vs. fully-fledged Nordstrands? Also, given the price, were there any cosmetic flaws you saw? I know that even some of the higher-end Ibanez basses can come out of the factory in a not-quite-finished state!

[@LowEndLobster]

I believe the CND pickups are designed by and approved by Nordstrand and just built by Ibanez. Honestly, they sound really really really good. I am VERY impressed with the sound and would think that the differences between those vs actual Nordstrands would be minimal (materials mainly, my guess at least). Cosmetic flaws on this instrument? None. However, I know what your saying. It's few and far between, but it does happen. I have 8 Ibanez basses, 5 of which are from the Indonesian factory, and only one had some very minor finish flaws (my 1505MS... not really worth mentioning honestly. VERY minor, and I'm not that picky.... well I am, but I've been working on getting over things that aren't that big of a deal). I believe the flaws on that bass are caused by the EHB recall to replace some of the bridge hardware and the tech may have accidentally dinged it (very very minor). I've had very good luck with my Ibanez basses.

[@klaymeister]

I see a 5 claw incoming

[@LowEndLobster]

We shall see :)

[@kirtfulcher6288]

@@LowEndLobster I'm betting 4 claws due to neck dive... Lighter tuners may help but it may still not balance perfectly...

[@klaymeister]

@@kirtfulcher6288 I was just thinking how your only negative to the EHB1005 was the lack of nordstrands. This has Nords at $550

[@kirtfulcher6288]

@@klaymeister true but that 1005ms is so dang sexy with the headless design and seafoam green!

[@joshualiwanag5001]

i was looking for a smooth demo for this bass now i found you and the one ive been looking for, now i just searching for gig to earn and buy this bass 😆

[@travisstone6099]

Did we ever revisit this bass? Really digging it. However concerned as I’ve heard the neck dive is pretty bad.

[@LowEndLobster]

It's coming! It's at a friend's house and then headed to Bully for him to slap the $h!t out of ;P. Then it'll come back to me for the full review.

[@travisstone6099]

@@LowEndLobster the newer TMB505 I’ve seen up for sale online (SW) seem to have a much darker roasted neck. Wondering if this was to reduce weight in order to address the neck dive...? 🤷🏼‍♂️ either way they look killer!

[@LowEndLobster]

@@travisstone6099 Thanks Travis! It's just inconsistency in the wood grain/roasting between batches. I've seen EHB1005MS basses with super dark necks, and others with lighter ones. I don't think it has much of an impact on the weight. I might experiment with some Wilkinson lightweight tuners as a cheap upgrade to this, more on that soon once I get it back :)

[@travisstone6099]

@@LowEndLobster Thats what I kinda figured... look forward to the video! Cheers!

[@pogoism1]

Hey Lobster. After playing on my telecaster for 10 years now I am thinking about something new and different which led me to investigate basses. Thats how I found your lovely content my dude. I am kinda broke right now so a Ray23ca is not an option for me (I really dig the sound) but the Ibanez TMB 100 might be. Did you ever get to try one out? You seem so trustworthy in this regard, maybe you can help me out.

[@LowEndLobster]

Heyo! Thank you :). I have yet to check out the TMB100, but I recently reviewed the RGB300 which has the exact same electronics, just different shape and body material (basswood instead of poplar) and was underwhelmed by the electronics. I did just get a Ray24CA in, and it's a nice bass but I found that it shares many components with the SUB that's $200 USD less. Personally, I'd snag an SUB and then save for a pickup swap (preamp is solid enough turns out, the stock pickup is VERY hot but swapping it out for a better pickup can yield similar results to a Ray24CA while saving money). I will be checking out a TMB100 in the future though, stay tuned :)

[@remylanca9599]

Amazing bass!!!!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Remy!

[@basilliman]

Looks like the 505 has been discontinued but there are 400 and 405 models. Have you reviewed these? I think they are new.

[@chocolatetelevision]

Hey, could you please let me know how this neck compares to the EHB1005MS? Ignoring the multiscale aspect, the nut width and string spacing are the same but the Talman neck is, I believe, 1mm thicker. How does that translate to the feel in the hand? The neck on the 1005 is sublime. In fact, while we're at it, although they're very different basses, I'd be interested to know how you would describe the tonal differences too. Thanks.

[@LowEndLobster]

The talman neck definitely feels a bit thicker. It's noticeable. The EHB has a bit more of a modern soundgear profile. It's not too thin, and is very comfortable. The Talman on the other hand is on the "chonkier" side of comfortable. No playability or comfort issues, just a little bit of extra girth that is noticeable. Tonally, it's night and day. The Talman goes for a much more classic vibe and tone, where the EHBs are a bit more modern. I think the EHBs can cover a wider array of tones overall, but for a really nice vintage tone... the Talman is really nice. That P pickup sounds SO GOOD.

[@dm4728]

How did this one escape me!

[@XVENDETTA100]

I am wondering is it worth to get tmb2000...... is prestige label and the price worth to pick that over the lower line of talman family

[@basshoh]

Ok LowEndLobster!!!!!....SO I have been THINKING about this bass as a cheaper 5 string model...whadda ya think???...what would be a KILLER 5 for me???...LOVE my GB-4 just WISH they did a LTD in a 5 i would already have it!!!!...but alas....it's 2000 for the ESP 2 version!!!!...Like I said in an earlier comment ...I bought my FIRST 5 a cpl months ago a Cort B5 plus AS RM...supposedly feature packed....and sounded good online...BUT it has the NON Bartolini MK1 soap bars in it with a MARKBASS there band preamp.....and it is so MUDDY......I HATE the sound....it plays good after set up BUT either p/ups and or preamp MUST be changed !!!!!....So let me know your opinions on both basses and a recommend for a KILLER 5 STRINGER!!!

[@LowEndLobster]

This bass is REALLY nice for the price. Definitely would compliment the GB-4 nicely. The TMB505 can nail that dirty stanky old school P tone really nice with the CND P pickup.

[@basshoh]

Kewl !!!!....BUT...what is the BEST 5 string for the money???...this one ...or do you have any others in mind???....looked at an ST 1105 SE Prestige!!!....It is almost twice this price!!!...but What about a SIRE M2 or the new M5????..bout the same price???....also I just got in my new Schroeder 8/12 cab....WOW!!!!!! So again I say wish I had an email for you ...it Facebook so we could chat bass stuff in real time Lobsta!!!!...as ALWAYS ....BIG TANX!!!!

[@LowEndLobster]

Np! I like the TMB505 a lot. I like the Sire electronics but their hardware (especially the tuners) are really cheap. I hear the new Yamaha BBs are really nice too. I have one coming my way soon!

[@jazzman1954]

It’s crying out for a high C instead of the low B. However neck dive kills it for me.

[@SuperFunkyPete]

Nice bass! When do you plan to upload your finished review? I'd love to know if it's worth upgrading from the TMB105...

[@LowEndLobster]

It's a worthwhile upgrade, the electronics are really great and the roasted maple neck feels so good. I'm holding off on the full review on this because I'm planning on doing a head-to-head review with the Sire P7 :). Should happen next month.

[@SuperFunkyPete]

@@LowEndLobster ooh, juicy....can't wait!

[@SuperFunkyPete]

@@LowEndLobster I had also meant to say....the thought of having to upgrade tuners to deal with neck dive on the TMB505 is not appealing; I already have to do that with the TMB105. Same goes for upgrading the Nordy bridge pickup to a fully humcancelling one on the TMB505...again, I already have to do that to the 105 as well. For the 105, if I do all that, I'm only out about £170 (Hipshots and a DiMarzio Ultra Jazz bridge pickup); if I do it for the 505, it's more like £230 (Hipshots again, but have to buy the special sized Nordy humcancelling CND bridge pickup from BestBassGear or Nordstrand themselves). So the 105 ends up costing me about £370 once all is said and done, but the 505 (£500 new here) is about £730 total when all is said and done, to deal with some of its issues.

[@pavloseattle]

Amazing!!!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you!

[@hetul784]

Do you use any amp simulator for recording? Because your basses don't have that thin DI sound plugging onto an interface raw usually does, no thin mids and wonky treble.

[@LowEndLobster]

I'm plugging into my Orange Crush 50 BXT, using the line out from that to go into my Focusrite interface. IMO sounds better than going direct in because it avoids the issues you pointed out with just going direct.

[@hetul784]

@@LowEndLobster nice! That's a good setup I just plug directly into my interface and go through an amp sim like amplitube

[@SebastianContreras-dr3id]

you should upgrade everything, Id like to see that.

[@michaelblaney4461]

Is the 500 series considerably better then the 100 series for fit and finish and electronics ? That would be interesting to see the differences

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Michael! I'd think so, though I have yet to try a 100. Going to snag one at some point as a little fun project bass.

[@michaelblaney4461]

I'd like to see that at a later date , I'm looking to get a 5 string someday soon . thanks LowEndLobster

[@chryzoliz]

Looking for one of these, cant find it anywhere 😢😢

[@basshoh]

IF....I buy one ...it's gonna get the BassHOH treatment!!!!....Some black ultralite tuners,a Babicz black bridge and a Tone Monster preamp!!!!!!.after the upgrades I speak of ...you think it will keep up with the 1000 range basses??????.tell me oh Lobsta?????...lol

[@LowEndLobster]

IMO I don't think the preamp is needed. The stock electronics on this bass are BEASTLY. The bridge and tuners may improve the balance however, which would be welcomed on this instrument.

[@basshoh]

Have you heard a Tone Monster preamp yet????....newly discovered for me from Teddy Lee Long and the Hobo Depot!!!....they are pretty cheap compared to ot hers ....but sound MASSIVE for well under a 100 bucks...!!!!!

[@LowEndLobster]

I have not but will check em out!

[@rqkeating]

You mentioned a bit of neck dive. Does that get better or worse when standing and using a strap?

[@LowEndLobster]

I'll answer that in the full review. I haven't tried this with a strap yet, but I will be sure to address that and other questions in the full length review :).

[@basshoh]

Hey it's me again ...lol....BUT before I buy this model....I HAVE to ask....what was up with the major HUM when turning the highs up on the preamp???...and is this bass even in the same neighborhood as a SR1105?????...and once again ..man let me know how we can chat in real time....I have so many questions and answers for you @LowEndLobster

[@LowEndLobster]

A lot of preamps do that, especially when they have a single coil. The SR1105 is definitely much higher end than this, the TMB505 is just a ridiculous bargain value. Hit me up on IG or FB my friend, always down for a bass chat :).

[@basshoh]

Hey lobster...check your FB message requests and or messenger!!!!!...sent you a chat on there!!!!!

[@Jitobass]

I think the look of the 4 string is better, the neck here feels oversized. With that short up horn it doesnt suffer from neck dive?

[@LowEndLobster]

Yeah I was torn. I LOVE the green that the 4 string comes in, but I really wanted to try out the 5. I'll be checking this bass out with a strap to see if it still dives while standing in my full review... I'm going to assume yes haha. Thanks for the comment as always my friend!

[@jaycthomas101]

Definitely considering this for purchase. How's the B string? Thanks!

[@LowEndLobster]

The B string on this is pretty solid. I don't remember the neck joint used here (this bass is making the rounds to some youtube friends, will be back soon with a friend to review it along side!) but this was a really comfy and more "traditional" feeling bass out of Ibanez, very different from their soundgears in terms of feel. I'll be sure to play the B string a lot more when I do the full review.

[@jaycthomas101]

@@LowEndLobster Thanks! B string tone seems to be somewhat hit or miss on 34" scale basses.

[@steveschenker1380]

I haven't actually bought a BRAND NEW bass is pretty long time... This guy is looking pretty sweet, though...

[@LowEndLobster]

It's a pretty sweet package. Was going to do a solo review for this eventually, but this is a good candidate for a head to head....

[@kinnu_bass]

Thank you for a helpful review. How much does this bass weight?

[@LowEndLobster]

Hi Kinnunen! I usually don't mention weights because weight can vary a lot between two examples of the same instrument. This one weighed in the high 9's/low 10's (lbs). Not a lightweight, but not a boat anchor. My Sterling Ray34 I just got weighs 11!

[@vince8081]

Cool but hey... what is the little switch control on the pickguard ?

[@LowEndLobster]

Active/passive. Passive mode makes the treble control a passive tone too!

[@vince8081]

@@LowEndLobster Ok very cool feature, i'm a passive guy.

[@fabianflorez9686]

Hello friend, I am from Colombia and I would like to know in the United States where I can buy a bass like that Thank you so much

[@billyhammond1569]

Please keep me updated on the hum problem. Also, what scale is this bass?

[@LowEndLobster]

It was just because of the single coil bridge pickup. This is a VERY early video.

[@ormand.943]

Please help! What is the difference between tbm 100 , tbm 100m, tbm 100k

[@c.conga11]

A few years ago, some Ibanez Talman basses had an issue with the battery draining even when unplugged. How's this one holding up? (If you still have it)

[@LowEndLobster]

Mine doesn't have that issue, but my Affirma reissue did... I fixed it pretty easily. There was a short happening in the cavity that would keep discharging the battery. Located it and put a little piece of tape in the middle, and it's fine now.

[@kirtfulcher6288]

I could tell how much you liked playing that P soloed by the look on your face...

[@LowEndLobster]

Yeah, I was really impressed by it!

[@LaFritePerreGoat]

How is body neck dipensions compared to an atk?

[@LowEndLobster]

That's a great question! I'll answer that in the full review.

[@mjthump]

Hey did you ever find out what the buzz was from? Either the pre-amp or the pickup?

[@LowEndLobster]

Single coil bridge pickup!

[@mjthump]

@@LowEndLobster Is there anything that can be done to lessen the buzz?

[@Jrsinnovation]

So what was the hum problem

[@LowEndLobster]

Single coil bridge pickup in a PJ config, will always hum in a noisy environment

[@marunikusbakufu]

Is this a 30" scale or 34"?

[@LowEndLobster]

34"

[@willistaylor4077]

Is this a full-scale instrument, or the the shorter scale neck ?

[@LowEndLobster]

Full 34"

[@willistaylor4077]

@@LowEndLobster Thank you. I was wondering if there are shorter scale 5-string Basses out there...(?) 🙂

[@LowEndLobster]

@@willistaylor4077 The TMB35 is a 30" scale I believe (and a 5 string). I've been itching to try one of these..

[@jamesweaver6325]

@@LowEndLobster they also just released an ehb1005ms with a shorter scale, and it's in an emerald color. I'm loving it so far!

[@LowEndLobster]

@@jamesweaver6325 Thanks! Those have definitely caught my eye! :)

[@eloysuopunki7926]

How heavy is it?

[@LowEndLobster]

I usually don't discuss weight because it can vary so much from instrument to instrument, but mine is 9.8 lbs on my scale.

[@garlandlabat4922]

I have ordered the TMB605. I can't figure what the difference is between the TMB505 and the TMB605. Any body know?

[@LowEndLobster]

Great question Garland! Same style bass, but the 605 has an ash body instead of okoume for the 505. The 605 also has the jatoba fingerboard with block inlays and non roasted neck. Same electronics in both however. Congrats on your new instrument!

[@garlandlabat4922]

@@LowEndLobster I think there is general confusion on the part of retailers. Search for the 605 on Guitar Center, Reverb, Musicians Friend or Sweetwater and the Gray Metalic (505) comes up, displayed as a 605. And the Specs show the information for the 505. I would have preferred the Ash body, but even though I ordered a 605, I expect that what I receive will be a 505. But I will still be happy with that. By the way, Mr Lobster, Ibanez has you to thank for my order. Your demo is the best one (by far) available! I was specifically searching for a 34' scale, and I believe this one has nailed it! I subscribed to your channel. Yours are the best bass demos on the web! Thank You!

[@LowEndLobster]

@@garlandlabat4922 Thanks Garland! I appreciate it :)

[@dupajas4671]

The Talman does seem to be quite the bang for the buck, and they do play very well. However, the body shape just doesn’t do it for me. It reminds me of the drawing of an Amoeba I did for 5th grade science class...I wouldn’t get one for fear of contracting dysentery.

[@LowEndLobster]

LOL. Amazing comment. Yeah, the body shape is... unique. It grew on me a bit after owning it, but I understand where you're coming from. Stay away from talmans and standing bodies of water and you should live a long and happy life :P.

[@DavidJones9x18]

Annnndd.... I bought one, been looking at them awhile, played a TMB600 and almost pulled the trigger but wanted a 5... For better or worse, I blame you =P

[@LowEndLobster]

Awesome! Let me know what you think!... and whoops :P

[@marcinszadyn5026]

BTB sounds better. Any model.

[@MaliVinnyB]

FUGLIEST headstock in HISTORY!! (And I LOVED Ibanez off the Rack!!) NOW?? LOL!!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Mali! I don't disagree haha. I saw one of these at GC the other day when I was returning something, and the neck was over roasted but the fingerboard wasn't. I'm glad mine was an earlier batch before the roaster started coming into work roasted ;).

[@bassape207]

Too bad it only comes in silver

[@LowEndLobster]

Yeah I wish it came in other colors too

[@southofheck]

I don’t get why people think this bass looks good. It’s easily the ugliest Ibanez I’ve ever seen. It almost hurts that it sounds so good and is so cheap, because I’d rather be caught doing coke in a Denny’s Bathroom by my Father than be seen playing it.

[@LowEndLobster]

I hear where you're coming from, and the ergonomic downfalls of the design definitely don't help things... also.... THAT'S MY PURSE, I DON'T KNOW YOU ;P