The Talman TMB505 takes a different approach from Ibanez's sleek SR basses, offering a retro-inspired body shape with a distinct personality of its own. The offset Talman body is comfortable and looks great, and the 5-string configuration with Dynamix H pickups and active/passive switching gives you a tonal range that covers classic and modern bass sounds alike.

The maple neck has a C-shape profile that's a bit more traditional than the slim SR necks, which some players actually prefer for the extra sense of substance in your fretting hand. The jatoba fingerboard and medium frets play smoothly, and the Black Flat finish gives it a stealth, no-nonsense aesthetic. A refreshing alternative to the usual bass guitar shapes for players who want something visually distinct.