Ibanez EHB Series Revisit #3- String Change & EQ Deep Dive - LowEndLobster Fresh Look

[@sharnoldpapa7339]

I’ve got the 1005. Love it. The mid EQ makes the Barts work. Been my primary player for a few weeks and makes my Fenders/Stingray seem like lead weights.

[@LowEndLobster]

Glad you're liking yours! I appreciate the quality and value of the 1000 series so much. You're right about the EQ. Compared to other active basses I've had with barts (old Lakland 55-02 that I had 14-15 years ago) with other preamps, the preamp in the EHB really squeezes the tones out of em.

[@KwonCW84]

IMO, the EHB series basses are the best basses Ibanez released recently.

[@LowEndLobster]

Agreed!

[@reubenfrancisco5484]

instablaster

[@neiloooio6494]

Great vid as always Lob. Gotta say, had a bit of a laugh at the stooooopid clip from Vidiot from UHF …. Bought back some memories haha been a long time !! Classic!

[@9999saxman]

The reason that the mid sweep affects the sound with the bass or treble boosted is that the mids were cut, so the sweep was changing which mid frequency was being cut.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks!

[@Rico_G]

I agree with your assessment 100% as I much prefer the tone of the 1005. Thanks for reminding me that I'm old.

[@LowEndLobster]

[@thesnapperkeeper]

I had one of the early runs of the Ibanez Soundgear Basses that I got in 89.That was one of my favorite basses that I've owned but these new Ibanez's have all been really impressive.

[@LowEndLobster]

Ooooh, those early MIJ ones are really cool (and made by Fujigen).

[@kirtfulcher6288]

YES! What I've been waiting for this one!

[@LowEndLobster]

:D

[@grooveholmes79]

Hey Lobster...glad I came back and rewatched this video. I have an 1005 that I bought used that the previous owner put Aguilar DCBs in. But I haven't been happy with the sound, everything else about the bass I love. I just put in an order for Nordstrans Big Splits. After watching this video again, I think it is going to be what I am looking for. Thanks!

[@LowEndLobster]

Congrats! Be sure to get em from Nordstrand as they'll make sure you get the proper housings for the EHB. Enjoy!

[@grooveholmes79]

@@LowEndLobsterThanks! I did, ordered directly from them

[@LunatiqueRob]

I was really looking forward to this video, but the main thing I was hoping for was to see you try and dial the EHB1005MS's EQ to make it sound like the EHB1505MS. This is important because for many folks, it's mainly the pickups that differentiate the two basses, and many said they preferred the Nordstrands over the Bartolinis. However, because the variable mid-frequency is so flexible, it is theoretically possible to dial the EHB1005MS's EQ so it sounds very close to the EHB1505MS. If that is the case, folks can relax and just by the cheaper model because they can get a similar sound as the more expensive model. I hope you'll make a video specifically to attempt this.

[@LowEndLobster]

Hey Rob! Great comment. However, you're approaching this from the wrong direction. Can these basses sound a like? Yes, but you're talking about a very specific and narrow tonal middle ground between these two instruments. The preamps are the same, which allow for the same level of frequency boosting/cutting, but the impact of the different pickups is extremely evident through my testing. The nordstrands have a lot more tonal clarity in the higher frequency range and a lot more growl to them. The arrangement of the magnets and coils in the pickups are very different as well (rails vs poles, coil configs, etc). The way you're approaching this is like comparing a Jeep Wrangler and a Porsche 911 in a school zone at 20 mph, and saying we can theoretically get them to perform the same. Yes, they can both go through a school zone at 20 mph, but each of them has a wide variety of abilities outside of that context which have a much larger impact on perceived value to a potential owner. Just like with that example, you can't just look at both basses through the narrow lens of tonal overlap when both of these basses have tons of flexibility and valuable attributes outside of that.

[@LunatiqueRob]

@@LowEndLobster I get where you're coming from. I know a lot of people who despite owning active basses, will mainly only use it in passive mode (if it has an active/passive switch), and even on active only basses, often just leave the EQ flat. This is why I suggested using the EHB1005MS's EQ to make its Bartolinis sound like the EHB1505MS's default Nordstrand tone. For those people, that's all they need to know, to happily get the EHB100X series and know they can get the same tone as the more expensive Nordstrands if they wanted to, without spending more.

[@SerkanBerksoy]

@@LowEndLobster I see this comment a little bit late. To my luck I did my investigation on pickups and already ordered a 1500 series. Now it's on the way, I am quite excited. Thanks for the comparison, great channel.

[@rockereivanivan]

I was watching you previous ibanez ehb viddos just yesterday and now this? Thanks for the upload man I was going to buy the 1005 but thanks to your video I decided that the nordstrands were the way to go even if I have to save a lot of money but I'm sure it'll be worth it

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you :). Glad I could help! Both are great instruments, it really comes down to preference on tone/feel/looks. I'm more partial to my 1005 honestly, but that is 100% subjective. Neither is "better". I like feel of the roasted maple and the neat satin finish more than the porous woods on the 1505. The 1505's neck from a tactile perspective reminds me of a warwick, which a lot of people like. The burled poplar top is also really beautiful (and the seafloor finish that's optional, not the one I have, is AWESOME).

[@rl-ub9hx]

Or buy nordys for 200 bucks to swap into the 1005, sell the barts or keep them on standby for a project or quick replacement if needed.

[@LowEndLobster]

​@@rl-ub9hx Regular nords and the ones from the 1505 won't fit, you have to get them custom ordered. The nordies in the 1505 are 1mm too big in one dimension or something. That being said... Nordies with custom roasted maple covers... mmmmm Pickups are tough for the 1505 and 1005 because they're using a 6 string housing but 5 string pickup (and the screw config). There's not many other off the shelf options (I think the aguilars might be the only ones).

[@rl-ub9hx]

Good to know, 1mm should be easy to overcome. Even having to work for it a little would be cheaper than spending the extra 500

[@hodshonf]

just ordered a 1500 dragon, 4 string, standard frets. your videos helped! thanks!

[@LowEndLobster]

Nice! Congrats!

[@hodshonf]

@@LowEndLobster really enjoyed the pickup swap with the Aggies too. made a HUGE difference with the character of the tone. i grabbed the 1500 with a GC 15% discount deal - should get here next week.

[@hodshonf]

I really like the black 1000 - may get one of those and drop in some hum cancelling Fralins. i just saw Ibanez came out with a short scale EHB line.

[@hodshonf]

interesting the Black only comes in 5 string.

[@vterra6197]

I've got the 1505 mainly because of love for Nordy & wenge, but your last comparison video was soooo helpful to made up my mind. THX so much! This is again the perfect review & comparison but one thing I miss is: the Cat. Where is the Cat? We need the Cat shot with the gear. Yes, Mid EQ covers quite broad range, more than expected from the EQ chart in their official website page... Btw, I do recommend to check all the screws, since my 1505MS comes with a bit loose on neck joint and bridge...tightening up properly made the sound even more punchier, with more sustain!

[@LowEndLobster]

Glad you enjoyed it! The kitty only likes to come here when I'm gaming or working so she can get in front of the monitor lol. She doesn't come around much when I'm bassin, especially in the new lair.

[@kevinwilson9645]

So I seen a bunch of videos on this mid-frequency sweeper you're the only one that I've seen talked about how it affects all ranges. I have a sire p7 in route now I'm even super stoked. Like you said.... Intresting....

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Kevin! I literally found out as I was filming ahaha. I just got a V3 that I'm going to do a comparison video on (have two other budget active J basses). Really impressed with the Sire, though I can see where they cut the corners (tuners/bridge), but the preamp and construction are solid (especially since the V3 is 369 bucks new).

[@dullrazor442]

While I do like the sound of the 1505 a bit better, I can’t get over that Seafoam Green and roasted maple combo of the 1005- so gorgeous. Considering I can swap out the pickups, that’s the one I’d go for. Do the necks feel any different with the different woods?

[@LowEndLobster]

The necks feel VERY different. I prefer the solid feel of the roasted maple over the porous feel of the panga panga. The 1505 neck reminds me of a wenge warwick neck in terms of its grain/porousness. The pickup dimensions aren't compatible between instruments, but Nordstrand will make you a custom set if you ask them for the 1005.

[@nicholasmoses3583]

Hi Lobster, I haven’t been able to choose between the two basses you are reviewing, so I didn’t get either. However, I just purchased the fretless version (Ocean Blue) 1505f I think. I’ve had it for a few days and ❤it. It’s booth a looker and a player. Like the others you’ve reviewed, Great tonal variety. I look forward to you review when you add one to your stable!!!!😊

[@michaelkeefer4293]

I'm not a metal head but I am still glad I got the 1505 with the Nordstrand pickups. I love the aggressive growl, which is what originally drew me to my Stingray, and I find that I can tame it a bit with the active EQ. I also never noticed the mid sweep knob effecting the other controls, that is something I'm going to be playing with as soon as I'm done typing this comment. Looking forward to the Aguilar swap! Keep up the good work!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Michael!

[@michaelkeefer4293]

@@LowEndLobster You had the mid cut/boost knob turned down the whole way when you were noticing the mid sweep effecting the treble and bass controls, right? Well, that's because with the mid control turned down you were cutting mid frequencies, and the frequency at which you were cutting was being changed by the mid frequency control, so that is why the tone changed. I just replicated this on my 1505, but when I had the mid cut/boost knob in the center position the mid sweep does nothing as expected.

[@ConstantineIsslamow]

Looks like Ibanez has raised the bar, finally. Thanks for the review. Cheers

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks :)

[@PSA955]

Thanks, great review, as always. Digging both, but prefer that sweet 1505, it's on my radar for 2021.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Ox!

[@boomerbassmeme]

Breaking G strings...there are so many jokes there... I had to change the bridge on my Takamine back in the early 90s because I kept breaking A strings. Terrible stock bridge! Wish I still had it though after I found out how rare those basses are. Tasty licks and a great review as always!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you my friend!

[@klaymeister]

OH yes Aguilars. Man dude I'm looking forward to both of your mint basses pickup swaps lol.

[@LowEndLobster]

Me too! Meeting with Dom on Monday to do the Ray swap. I might do the EHB pickup swap as a live stream.

[@bryonhankins7374]

@@LowEndLobster do it!!!!

[@robertherrick6703]

Thanks for making this comparison video!

[@LowEndLobster]

Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@WCruttenden]

This was really helpful. Looking forward to hearing the Aguilars next time.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Will!

[@dextacchino7140]

Loved this. I love these basses.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Dex! Me too

[@jtechnuts]

Looking forward to hearing the new pickups

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks James!

[@FagnerSerrano]

Esse e o melhor video que ha no YT para esses Ibanez headless basses. Obrigado pelo video, meu irmao!

[@FagnerSerrano]

Man, did I forget the Channel is in English... lol my bad! Just said this is by far the best video out there on YT regarding Ibanez headless basses. Well done my man, keep it up!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you Fagner! Hablo poco espanol :). Been so busy with my day job, trying my best to keep up with all the great comments! So glad you enjoyed this my friend :)

[@sammaddison2085]

On an active EQ cuircut the standard position or "Flat" wouldn't be all knobs down, it would be all knobs at 50%. Passive knobs are cut only and Active are cut and boost, so the centre point is neutral. Thats why the mid knob was changing the sound, you were cutting mids and moving that cut point around.

[@LowEndLobster]

Yep! This is an oooold vid and my understanding of these onboard EQs has progressed since then ;P

[@thejuulcourtney]

I recently came into the market for getting a bass to make my mixes sound better and the 1005 seems like a great choice to match my ibanez Az242ftsg and rg7pcmltd. Thanks for making all these videos on the ehb! They've been incredibly helpful!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks for watching! You're very welcome!

[@ResinstanceMike]

Hey! GamersNexus shirt!! This video pretty much sold me on the 1505. Will be putting an order in for one very soon.

[@LowEndLobster]

Love me some GN. Because of Steve, all my bass reviews are reported at delta over ambient ;P. Enjoy the EHB. Several of my friends just got theirs and absolutely love em

[@maxogesten6928]

Great vid! Looking forward to the DCB swap!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Max!

[@James-Deep]

I just bought a short scale 1000...I didn't realize it was a short scale model. Darn.

[@BobBlackBass]

Review of mighty power bass please!

[@LowEndLobster]

It's coming :)

[@SystemHive]

Deff cant wait to see the pickup swap video for the EHB1005, when could we expect to see that if you dont mind me asking?. I have one aswell and have been thinking about swapping the pickups.

[@SystemHive]

Also a little confused, I cant seem to find that specific pickup set for a 5 string bass, sweetwater only has the DCB D4 set for 6 string basses, and when I search specifically for a 5 string set, im given the DCB D2

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you Bryan! Hoping to get this done in the next couple of weeks. Some work emergencies have taken up a lot of time, but I have all next week off! Going to make a lot of content then. In regards to the pickup size, you are correct! The pickups that I have are 6 string sets, but they're rails and not individual pole pieces, so it really shouldn't matter (hopefully).

[@paulbrownwhpd]

I wonder if you could switch out the preamp in the 1505 for the Darkglass preamp? I live the sound of the Strandberg Boden Prog 5 bass, but man it’s expensive!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks! Not a bad idea, the darkglass is a nice preamp however the stock preamp has a ton more flexibility. I do have a different (though similar) project that's getting a Darkglass very soon ;)

[@eskilseter]

Any plans to check out the new short/medium scale EHB1005SMS? I'm very tempted by it.

[@LowEndLobster]

Hey Eskil! Yes, at some point we'll hopefully be able to snag one and review. I played one briefly, and honestly wasn't really digging the short scale all that much with the multiscale neck. The regular 1005MS feel just right with the 35-33" scales. You get the best of both worlds. The short scale just felt a bit too small IMO and I felt a lot more cramped scaling the neck. However this was only maybe a 10 minute encounter with the instrument in a shop, I'll do my best to snag one at some point for an in depth review :)

[@eskilseter]

@@LowEndLobster Interesting. I was thinking it might be a great size for sitting down in the home studio, or for travelling, but it definitely still needs to feel like a "real" bass 😄

[@danlhall1963]

Like that groove, you were laying out, are you teaching bass?

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Danl! I do not teach, though I did dabble in teaching when I was in high school!

[@zenmaster6780]

Just watched this for first time today as I’m interested in this bass. After these years you’ve owned still a solid choice? The low weight was why I looked at if but if it shreds as well may be what I want

[@geirsvendsen8025]

Super playing and very good comparison. I'm seriously considering one of these, but I'm wondering how is the fret edges? I had a SR 2600 premium, and the fret work was just ok, but not top notch.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you! No issues with fret poke here. The roasted maple is especially solid, I don't think it will shift or expand/contract under changes of temp/humidity. I think the panga panga neck might have be a little more susceptible due to its porousness.

[@steverolfeca]

I recently checked out the short-scale EHB1005SMS, and the fretwork was stellar, as it should be at this price point.

[@daltonbell2907]

Hey Lobster I prefer the sound of the 1005. Way more versatile for all styles whereas the 1500 is all hifi

[@LowEndLobster]

Great comment. I'm hoping the Aguilars offer some sort of middle ground, we shall see!

[@daltonbell2907]

@@LowEndLobster Mr 🦞 I hope you will always have time to respond to your subscribers even when you get to 20,000 subscribers. That's what will make you stand out when you can make that connection.

[@13RBruce]

Yeah! More Ehb for the people, hahaha!

[@LowEndLobster]

The people have spoken! These things are so ridiculously popular (and for good reason)

[@matthewlunsford4351]

Interesting, more food for thought. Thanks.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you!

[@nathanmccook133]

The warmer darker tone also comes from the fact that one is basswood body which is the warmest fattest tone wood out there almost, and the other is mahogany which naturally has a warm mid bump in tone. Panga panga also has a very aggressive and present mid range growl, where as roasted maple kinda has a thinner tone mainly focused on the treble range. Again it's not just the pickups

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks for the detailed comment Nathan!

[@trevormacdonald5110]

You should record yourself installing the pickups to show how the EHB is wired and how you install the Aguilars. Great video as always!

[@LowEndLobster]

I absolutely will! There will be a whole video dedicated to the pickup swap.... I might even do a live stream actually. That would be a lot of fun.

[@Visiondistorted]

I wonder how other barts like singularity sound compared to the bh2s

[@PlanetHell92]

This is the video I've been waiting for! Thanks a ton for reviewing these basses! I was initially very set on getting the 1506 (production seems to have finally resumed) and then I stumbled upon the MTD Kingston Z6. Do you have any experience with MTDs? I'm chiefly concerned with the slimness of the neck (pick-ups can always be changed), but the 1500 series seem to be maybe a bit too much 'heavy metal' sounding for me, even if that is 80% of what I usually play.

[@LowEndLobster]

You're very welcome! I have one older MIK MTD, though the newer ones are being made in China. The MTDs are 35" scale all around but have similar string spacing to the EHB (18mm). The MTD will have a slightly skinnier neck if it's anything like the 5 string Kingston I have. The EHB is girthier than my Kingston, but I wouldn't describe it as chunky. The EHB really fits nicely in the hand. The variable mid frequency on the EHB will give you a lot more tonal versatility overall as well.

[@PlanetHell92]

@@LowEndLobster Thanks for the quick reply! If I understand you correctly, you're saying that the 1500 offers more in terms of tone adjustment?

[@LowEndLobster]

Yes

[@jean-paulmare3338]

Can't wait to hear those DCBs 😃.

[@LowEndLobster]

Me too!

[@shannenvdb]

Beautiful basses!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Shannen :)

[@TheBeardofDOOM]

Great stuff man. I am still more of a fan of the nordstrands. I finally got word that my 1506 is arriving at the shop next week, so I should have it (hopefully) in 2 weeks tops.

[@LowEndLobster]

I'm super pumped to see it, man!

[@Klubbexx13]

Ibanez EHB1006MS Bass -- Metallic Gray Matte -- T1 (neck) & T1 (bridge) pickups 🤔🤔

[@andreituico7273]

If you swap the pick ups to a bartolini custom USA pickups that’s pretty much a prestige SR, without spending 4 stacks

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Andrei! I heard some sound clips of someone who swapped out just the neck pickup for a USA Bart and it sounded really nice

[@benbassnz]

Hey buddy very nice review actually just the one I was after to help me decide, so I put an order on a black ehb1005 just normal frets, just love the sound of the barts and the roasted maple, and was more comforting that u chose the 1005 model too so thanks again.

[@Nortsan197]

I love your contents :0

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you!

[@PushSueAside]

Did you get the "artist program" talk with the guys at MJC? It seems like a good deal if you go through a lot of strings. Real nice guy, I went to his house and he gave me the "program price", I thought that was nice. It came out to 11$ a pack (or close to that). That's why I was curious about how they were working out for you. I only just put them on my mim Geddy and haven't yet put them through much yet. Anyway great video as always. Looking forward to the upgrading in pups to the mm. Thank you for sharing. Cheers

[@LowEndLobster]

I'm very good friends with my rep (we connected over my channel but have become very good friends). He offered me the artist pricing early on but I refused. I want to pay full price to support a small business like them :). Thanks as always my friend!

[@PushSueAside]

LowEndLobster I was surprised just how nice he was. As I met him through a friend. I've been pushing the strings through my bass playing friends. By getting the program price I was able to buy 4 sets. I kept 1 and gave the others to guys that I hope will give them a try but haven't heard if they bought more. But I was really happy to see how nice the strings are. Cheers. And Yes, supporting small business is the goal.

[@PushSueAside]

LowEndLobster And buy the way.....have a wonderful 4th. Enjoy the Holliday and blow something up. The best to you and your family Cheers!

[@LowEndLobster]

You too my friend!

[@facedowngaming]

You surprisingly made me stray away from the 1505 and consider the 1005. Amazing tonal differences, I like the one with Barts a lot better. I don't mind if it doesn't have clarity, that's what our amps onboard EQ is for.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks! Great comment :). I like my 1005 better overall as well.

[@mattmelodymusic]

Hey LowEndLobster! I've got a seafoam green 1005 on the way and can't wait to play it. I immediately ordered the custom set of Nords. I'm curious, do you think it would be worth putting a darkglass tone capsul in as well? Also, how do you like the Aguilar neck pick up compared to the Nord Neck? Thanks a bunch, Love the vids!

[@LowEndLobster]

Hey Matt! Congrats! A DGTC would be a cool addition, though you would lose some of the features of the stock preamp.

[@mattmelodymusic]

@@LowEndLobster Awesome thanks so much for the insight!

[@mattmelodymusic]

@@LowEndLobster Just wanted to update, I ended up throwing the nordstrands in and did a little side by side comparison back on my page if you were at all interested!

[@rasmillion]

1505 sounds so good, 1005 sound is amazing, but 1505 in my headphones sounds a touch more modern

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Ras! I agree, the 1505 is much more modern sounding where the bartolinis give the 1005 a more subdued vintage vibe. Going to be doing my tone comparison with the new Aguilar pickups on my 1005 soon :).

[@dougiefresh4026]

How long is the 1505 bass tip to tail (total overall length)? I have been contemplating a headless bass for a backup, and specifically for ease of travel. I even looked into some 30” scale length 5 strings to go even smaller, but then you are talking custom and the $ jumps. When I travel, I have taken the soft shell case strategy since they tend to refrain from checking them. Only had to gate check 2x (both international flights). Are we talking guitar case size? That might sell me on a headless. Thanks and sorry for the long explanation... 😅

[@LowEndLobster]

Lucky for you I have a tape measure handy! 41 inches on the money.

[@dougiefresh4026]

LowEndLobster Thanks much!

[@deangomes6280]

The Bartolinis are just warmer is all. I’m watching this these two are comparable in tone to a p and j bass. 1005 is the warm precision bass and 1505 has the punchy clarity of a Jazz Bass. I’d say screw it get the 1000 series and put a Nordstrand into the bridge spot and turn it into a space age PJ bass. The only issue is the tropical sea floor finish on the 1500 series is the best looking with the sea foam on the 1000 series coming in second.

[@deangomes6280]

Nm 1506 with the black ice finish is second with the sea foam now pushed to third. Lol. Just checked the Ibanez website.

[@LowEndLobster]

Yeah that 1506 finish is so sexy.

[@bDoom88]

Really fantastic, man!!!!!!!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks a lot!

[@bDoom88]

@@LowEndLobster You're welcome!! Now i'm waiting for the DCB installation ahahahaha

[@5urg3x]

The only other bass I've owned was the Prestige SR5000...and I could not stand having all those knobs tbh. It just makes me want to fiddle with them constantly. It's not a deal breaker, just a preference thing...It would be cool if I could put on like a five way rotary switch or maybe a three way toggle, and just have a few set pre-programmed sounds in there -- so like each EQ dial is on a specific setting for each toggle or rotary position... I'm sure there's a way to do this, I'm just not smart enough to figure it out. Probably would need some kind of EBMM game change-esque system. Oh well, just daydreaming about features :D

[@LowEndLobster]

Sounds like you got a bass vision... follow it! That does sound like a neat concept, having a series of "pre-tuned" or predefined settings. That would probably require a more digital interface, but would still be cool. The future is here!

[@DW-zi6ht]

Tried out a couple of the EHB1005 basses based on what I've seen on your videos. Sadly neither of them came home with me as they both had issues. The biggest issue was dead notes on the g string at the 9th and 10th frets. The notes would play but a harsh harmonic would ring on after the initial note was played (not sure if that's the best explanation...). Do any of your EHB's have this issue? I have an EHB1005MS coming in to try out but I thought I would ask here. Thanks and keep up the great videos!

[@LowEndLobster]

I don't have any dead notes on mine, but the harmonic resonance issue does happen to me. I got my 1005 setup by my tech, Dom, and it's much better post setup, but still does creep up every now and then. I've just become more aware of my muting when slapping (the issue doesn't really creep up for me playing fingerstyle). I know others have mentioned it on Talkbass as well. It's strange to say the least. Thanks for watching and thanks for the great comment! :)

[@ajenjo7496]

Can you save in a guitar case/gigbag? What about the gigbag that comes with the bass? Thank you

[@LowEndLobster]

Great question! I tried fitting it in one of my guitar gigbags to no avail, but your mileage may vary. The case that comes with the EHB is fine and the perfect size.

[@ajenjo7496]

@@LowEndLobster thans so much! can you get a jazz bass tone or very similar with the 1505?

[@samuelviden7412]

Will the Aguilar pickup change happen on the Seafoam green one?

[@LowEndLobster]

Yessir!

[@samuelviden7412]

@@LowEndLobster Nice. I really love the specs and look of the bass, and I'm considering getting one and changing the pickups to Aguilar. Can't wait to hear the results!

[@kirtfulcher6288]

Do the Nordys sound better? Yes, but do they sound +50% of the instrument price better? Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm... No. If I could get the Seafoam/roasted goodness with the Nordys it would be a no-brainer, but I would choose your stock 1005MS over the stock 1505MS, I think. I could use that $500 to by 6 Glarry basses!

[@LowEndLobster]

Right? It's an interesting question for sure. Great comment as always my friend! I'm starting to like these Twinkie Wiener Sandwiches.

[@sexyriffs]

Can’t wait for the Aguilar test, I love the look of the 1005MS but the clicky sound of the 1505MS. Thanks for the awesome comparison!

[@IngBass]

Hey, bro! Its EQ flat whey you say "50%" and -20dB when you say "EQ flat"

[@LowEndLobster]

Yep, but different basses have different EQs, and I'm bad at remembering stuff. Cheers :)

[@ryanwomack1489]

Both are beautiful but that roasted neck is sweet

[@LowEndLobster]

Agreed! Thanks Ryan!

[@kirtfulcher6288]

Bass line baseline, or a baseline bass line?

[@LowEndLobster]

You pick ;P

[@ludoviclopez5868]

Dumb question but I'm about to restring my 1005ms for the first time. Must I use Super/extra long scale strings ? Or "classic" long scale are ok ? (I know that the bass is 35" at the B string). Sorry I'm a noob and I'm lost. There's not that much choices on extra long scale.

[@LowEndLobster]

Don't quote me 100% on this, but I believe regular long scale will work. I used standard long scale MJC Ironworks 45-125 on this bass and the B was long enough

[@brianbaker5640]

Hey Lob, do you notice any hum on the 1005 model with the Bartolini’s and how does that compare to the 1505 as far as Hum goes? It doesn’t seem that the Bartolini’s are completely hum canceling. I’ve had two 1005s here, one used and one new, and they both Hum. So first of all, do you notice any hum/buzzing with your 1005 And how does that compare to the 1505 model with the Nordstrands. And also I know you swapped out your Bartolini’s for Aguilar’s so if you check yours out right now with the Aguilar, do you hear any hum/buzzing? Also, if anybody else can answer this question, it be much appreciated.

[@matteocapitoni3856]

I'm going to receive a 1005, but I prefer a lot the sounds of 1505. I think theese Bartolini pups are very bad. So I'm going to replace pickups on the 1005. What no-customs pickups will fit? Thanx

[@mixc8]

LowEnd where the strings you used doubled balled and you cut the ends off or just regular strings? and what was the name of the strings again please? I have the 6 string version and it's time to change them. TY

[@NicholasANappiNick]

I don’t play 5 string but I want them both

[@VmShpman82]

Very nice

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you :)

[@kirtfulcher6288]

A UHF ref ftw!

[@LowEndLobster]

I will ingest one Twinkie Wiener Sandwich (TM) for every comment you make.

[@kirtfulcher6288]

@@LowEndLobster Oh really, Get ready to seek sponsorship from Jenny Craig!

[@irumaru]

Do you ever plan to review 1506?

[@LowEndLobster]

Nope, it's a 1505 with an extra string. I know a couple of folks who got the 1506 though, too bad they're not local haha. I do wish we had the finish option for the 1506 on the 1505... it's beautiful.

[@irumaru]

LowEndLobster Indeed, the finish is great looking on that one!

[@javierparravillegas9535]

Hey how confortable is to play this basses standing Vs sitting?

[@LowEndLobster]

Great question! I find the EHB shape really comfortable in both positions, but it definitely depends on your build and how you wear your basses as well (I wear my stuff high)

[@javierparravillegas9535]

@@LowEndLobster I tend to use my basses high too. Thanks for your polite answer

[@hhectorlector]

Love the Gamers Nexus merch

[@jazzyboy974]

When you try the ehb 1506 ms bif ??

[@LowEndLobster]

My friend got one, but I'm not getting the 6'er. Just imagine the 5 string with an extra ;P.

[@tillpoot6340]

I like mine but I think changing the strings is a pain

[@VmShpman82]

That was an awsome record fast changing string change. !!! LOL

[@LowEndLobster]

We go for SPEEEEED

[@thomasgoodwin6689]

Hi where can you get the pickguard

[@rl-ub9hx]

Damn, they need to offer the nords in the 1005. Or paint the 1505.

[@LowEndLobster]

Agreed, I wish they made a "middle" model that has the body/neck/finish of the 1005 with upgraded pickups.

[@rl-ub9hx]

@@LowEndLobster the 1505 sounds like my 1300 with the big singles. I have a feeling if one of the 1500s makes it to my local GC I'll be trading in.

[@rl-ub9hx]

Well, after one day with the 1005MS I can confirm I am not a fan of the stock barts by themselves. However, through my effects I can make them sound exactly how I like them and they are SUPER versatile. I already have a preamp and I'm ready to snag up replacement pickups at any moment, but I may wait until the warranty is over now that I know I can work with what it came with.

[@Bass.Player]

The 1505 has much better clarity... I have an SRMS805 and it looks to have the same preamp?

[@LowEndLobster]

Definitely. Preamps look to be slightly different. The SRMS appears to have a 3 way mid freq selector switch, where the EHB's is analog.

[@VmShpman82]

I find the slanted frets are awkward. Sounds the same as a normal neck.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks John! Have you played one? It may look awkward but it's very comfortable at the lower registers because the angle of the frets is going with the angle of your wrist. There's a bit of a learning curve above the 12th fret though where the angles shift to the opposite direction.

[@TheRevampsUK]

I have the 1005ms. Apparently you can adjust the string spacing. Any idea how?

[@LowEndLobster]

I'll investigate, not really sure either.

[@craighudson4382]

@@LowEndLobster There's 3 small allan screws on the pickup side of each monorail. One adjusts height, one spacing, and the other clamps the plate down to prevent unwanted changes. It uses the smallest allan wrench included.You have to loosen the clamp screw ( middle) and turn the one towards the top of the instrument to adjust spacing. Once finished, tighten the clamp screw again. Just got my 1506 last nigh and performed setup :)

[@LowEndLobster]

@@craighudson4382 Bingo!

[@VmShpman82]

I can tell you couldn't make your mind up as to which color you liked so you liked em both & bought em both. LOL Awsome.

[@LowEndLobster]

:) Honestly I was obsessed with the 1005MS before it launched and got the 1505 more as a content piece. The channel was actually founded on the EHB1005MS, I started making videos because I was like one of the first people to get one in the USA back in early March. Then this all happened and here we are ;P

[@keithpasculli7465]

The circus music, the circus music!!! Please have that be your bumper music when appropriate!

[@LowEndLobster]

Glad you enjoyed it! Hahaha :)

[@victorscherman1437]

So are you gonna keep the stock pickups in the 1005 after the string change?

[@LowEndLobster]

Nope, going to swap out the 1005 pickups for the Aguilars. Probably going to keep em in there depending on how I like em. Not sure what the long term fate of the 1505 will be.

[@DrooggyBoy]

i have the 1505 . does the mid freq. control on the bottom keep spinning? or does it hit a wall so you can pan to the other side?

[@LowEndLobster]

It hits a wall, you may need to tighten the knob with allen wrench

[@DrooggyBoy]

@@LowEndLobster thank you so much! your right. i was fearing the worst

[@5urg3x]

Still gonna swap the pickups for Aguilars? I'm still conflicted on which to buy. I really don't want to spend that much :|

[@LowEndLobster]

Yes, going to be live streaming the swap I think. Going to announce it in the next couple of days

[@5urg3x]

@@LowEndLobster Cool bruh! I subscribed, gonna follow ya on IG too. Great content!

[@LowEndLobster]

@@5urg3x Thanks man!

[@Timulus70]

Sounded like you were cutting everything when you were saying that it was flat and flat when you were at 50%.

[@LowEndLobster]

Yup. I always mean 0% in terms of where the control is. I usually try to mention whether or not a preamp is boost only.

[@BuckPucker]

Ohhh a red snappah?

[@LowEndLobster]

WHAT'S IN THE BOX!?

[@themattelmore01]

WHEEL OF FISH!!!

[@XxRiseagainstfanxX]

1505 is so crisp, it almost hurts, think i prefer 1005 actually.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Iceman! I'm right there with you. It's all personal taste, but I definitely like the more traditional tone of the 1005 (esp with the aguilar swap I did after this)

[@dasonzone3]

Why does it break g strings too tight??

[@LowEndLobster]

No it was an issue with the clampy bit of the retention mechanism at the headstock nub. I fixed it

[@JonathanGarcia-nd2jz]

Mmmmh... I think your video finally made me make the decision to switch from my EHB1005MS to a 1505. To my taste the 1505 sounds better and... looks better. Wrong choice, I didn't wanted to spend too much and I'll end spending more -_-

[@LowEndLobster]

I need a wallet disclaimer for my channel haha

[@timothyrice1621]

I also like UHF

[@LowEndLobster]

I admit that I made several twinkie wiener sandwiches in my youth and enjoyed them.

[@soapdb]

Mine is arriving tomorrow... I feel like an expecting father to be.

[@LowEndLobster]

It's a ... BASS!

[@jreid641]

When these first came out I thought these were Ibanez’ attempt at copying the Strandberg bass. There are a lot of similarities for sure.

[@LowEndLobster]

They're definitely gunning for Strandberg and trying to undercut them. I haven't played a Strandberg, but aesthetically I prefer the Ibanez hands down.

[@jreid641]

LowEndLobster I own a Strandberg 5. I like it although the neck shape felt weird for a while.

[@onnolab]

Just noticed we can’t quite see a bass face when the bassist has a full beard

[@jerrywebb5982]

Hey Lobster, I have the EHB1505MS on order. Should be here any day. I have a question about stands. I normally display my basses like you do, hanging on the wall, and my gigging stand of choice is one that hangs the bass similarly. I’m thinking this may not be possible, or safe, to hang these with the small nubbin of a head stock. Am I right? If so, what stand do you recommend?

[@LowEndLobster]

YMMV and probably depends on the stand. They make some stands that come in two pieces and will hold your bass sideways on a wall. You can probably utilize the "body" section of one of those stands to provide some lower support for the EHB (something to hold it up under below the body). I personally wouldn't hang it on the nubbin alone.

[@suds16234]

Man, the preamp on those are so versatile. If only they are available on their more affordable offerings.

[@LowEndLobster]

Indeed. I know some of their other preamps have the mid switch, but not the analog sweep. Very solid preamp indeed.

[@TheGAMEGod_YT]

Wasssssss uhhhhhhhh

[@LowEndLobster]

Wwwwwwwwwwwwwwaaaaaaaaassssssssssssssssssssssssssssuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh