Does it live up to the hype? | Ibanez TMB100 Review/Demo

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  • FINALLY checking out Ibanez'z affordable TMB100. Thank-you to those who recommended this to me. If there are any other affordable basses you want me to check out, let me know in the comments or DM me on Instagram!
    Clips are recorded using the Gallien Krueger amp model on the Line 6 HX Stomp.
    @jonnydibble
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    Music by Nova Mora: www.novamoraband.com
    #Ibaneztmb100 #talmanbass #sunbursttalman
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  • @edwardmcwilliams8371
    @edwardmcwilliams8371 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    i like how this guy actually uses a pick in his reviews . everyone else just does a slapfest .

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Gotta represent!

    • @Metal_Horror
      @Metal_Horror 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Me too. It sucks when people don't demonstrate the sound with a pick. A lot of us are primarily (or only) pick players, so thanks for that.

  • @frankkiethebassplayer
    @frankkiethebassplayer ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome and HONEST review thank you. I'm hunting for my first bass and your review was very helpful.

  • @organjoe
    @organjoe ปีที่แล้ว +14

    This bass sounds way better on a couple of other reviews - not sure but your audio set up may be the issue. Thanks for the review 😊

  • @i94yeh2p
    @i94yeh2p ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I'm seeing these things going for $200-$250 these days. Pretty impressive sounds. Thanks for all the tips and knowledge you share with us on your channel.

  • @christiandering2422
    @christiandering2422 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love your videos! I would love to see a review of the new ESP B-10! Keep on rocking man!

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank-you so much! 😁 I'll see what I can do

  • @patrickaull
    @patrickaull ปีที่แล้ว +20

    You make some great points. As an affordable or entry point bass I feel it's a fantastic option. Truly depending on your music style will determine if it's necessary to replace pickups or electronics. I bought one for versatility to record at home myself. I play guitar, but this is a great bass for home recording. You can get plenty of sounds from it and good playability for the price.

  • @yungballsack2083
    @yungballsack2083 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    thank god for talking about that website where you got that pickguard from. I have hated that pickguard since day 1 and I couldn't find a decent shop that would make a new one. God bless

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Such a good service they provide! Just drop them an email (feel free to name drop where you found out about it 😉) and they can sort out any bespoke design 👌

  • @RyanWright
    @RyanWright ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I just picked up one of these (in the blue finish with a tortisheshell pickguard) this weekend. IMO, this is a sleeper bass. It was on sale for like 200 bucks. It has some killer range of sound, and some great finish on the neck and body. Setup on mine out of the box was pretty good. Had to raise the G string, b/c it was so low it was hitting the frets and buzzing.

  • @zibbezabba2491
    @zibbezabba2491 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I just finished doing my first gig with one. I usually play with a PJ USA but I thought I'd give this a try. My verdict... If you can buy one then get one (they're discontinued). They sound amazing and are a lot of fun to play (something about that short scale vibe) The two pickups on full are really fat with a lot of definition. Can't say the same about my Fender with both pickups on full. 10/10.

    • @spoonysmalls
      @spoonysmalls 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      either not discontinued or reintroduced

  • @sonicriccardi7575
    @sonicriccardi7575 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    This is just a personal comment, I had 2 of these for about a year, along with a stingray, as I’ve only been playing for a little while tryna get into playing. Replacing the treble & a better preamp, this could be a very solid bass, though I always felt this is a good bass for beginners like myself ☺️

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah absolutely, the foundation is there to be an incredible bass!

    • @arturoacosta6583
      @arturoacosta6583 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The tmb is definitely a keeper!!!!

  • @roshanthapa7075
    @roshanthapa7075 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That tone is just ❤

  • @Rehynn
    @Rehynn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I had one for a few months. Took out the preamp, put in 500K pots with non-stacked knobs (volume and blend), dropped a Seymour Duncan SPB-2 / SJB-2 pair in it, and ended up using the neck pickup only because it sounded better on its own, at which point I realized I had essentially built myself a non-PJ-bass-looking PJ-bass with a massive neck and an extra pickup I didn't need, so I sold it and got me a P-bass.

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Haha yeah it can get to a point where you might as well buy the real deal!

    • @Dustavio
      @Dustavio 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I just want a tone knob :'(

    • @megatherion2695
      @megatherion2695 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Dustavio Did you buy that bag of farts from that homeless milkman

    • @yeeeehawwww9239
      @yeeeehawwww9239 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Is this me from another parallel universe stopping me from making this exact same mistake 🤔? Yooo if it’s me (you) what’s the password we practiced encase this kinda thing happened?

    • @Rehynn
      @Rehynn 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@yeeeehawwww9239 Ravioli

  • @dowellkidd
    @dowellkidd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You're not wrong about it sounding great in a mix man! Great video as always :)

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Punches through nicely! Thanks mate ❤

  • @louie8604
    @louie8604 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I quite like the sound of that p pickup, would you say it sounds like your squier with the Fender pickup?

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Hey man! I wouldn't say it sounds similar, this one is much more aggressive imo 😊

  • @arturoacosta6583
    @arturoacosta6583 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I definitely wouldn't sneeze at a Ibanez tmb,it has grit.two thumbs up!!!! thanks bro.

  • @jaysherman724
    @jaysherman724 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You can definitely hear the clipping, but there’s a great tone to be found somewhere underneath that

  • @rchrd3353
    @rchrd3353 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i love the look and price of these.. i like the sound too actually.. but every time i try one in a guitar center the knobs are always messed up. could be bad luck / bad customers breaking them but no other floor models have broken knobs the way this model seems to . also they're heavy!!!

  • @nym053
    @nym053 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I like the feel and sound of my tmb100. So makes me want to pick it up and use it.
    Ironically when I was looking for my first bass this was actually the one I wanted to get. But I found the demos underhelming at the time. I then got a Donner as my first. But didn't like the feel and the aestethics of the fretboard and headstock. Sounded fine. But I got a Squier CV jaguar Bass instead, and I really liked the sound and the look. But at the time I didn't really got it used, and it felt like waste of money, so I sold it. Then almost a year later I decided to get into bass and guitar again. So I got the TMB100 and it feels like the one I should've gotten as my first one. Like it's my actual 1st bass, even though it's not 😅

  • @seanquinlan1838
    @seanquinlan1838 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Actually I have found there are a bunch of great sounds but many are volume dependent. The stacked knob problem is a known issue and repairs if things go wrong are difficult. So far I haven't had problems with mine.

  • @lorcanfitzpatrick6019
    @lorcanfitzpatrick6019 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Were did you get the pickguard from I want to get one and put on a blue one
    Edit: sorry didn't fully watch video yey

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You'll see on my channel I've had a few from them and I've never been disappointed! 😁

  • @Metal_Horror
    @Metal_Horror 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I think I'm going to pick this up. I plan to replace the pickguard and if i don't like the pickups, i might take your idea and go for the Seymour Duncan P&J's. From what I can tell from videos, I *do* like the sound for the most part, but it's maybe just slightly off from what I'm looking for? I'll have to see in person to find out. After watching this, I'm also slightly concerned about how it's going to feel near the lower frets. Thanks, and wish me luck. 👍

    • @jeffwoods9404
      @jeffwoods9404 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Hey there. Did you grab this bass and if so, did you replace the pickups? I have this and love it! Just not feeling the active electronics. Looking to swap pickups and wondering what would sound best for good range in tone and good output.

  • @devlynnreyes2452
    @devlynnreyes2452 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you have any recommendations for which strings I can get for my bass

    • @willgriffin81
      @willgriffin81 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Anything Ernie Ball is pretty good

  • @lucagarciaferrari
    @lucagarciaferrari 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m curious, now that you make a video about it, as to wether this bass would be a good mod platform. Is the neck pocket any similar to the ones on your fender/squier basses? Would be a neat idea to put a fender neck on it, imo.

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just had a look, the neck pocket isn't big enough fit my squier neck. It would make a hood platform. The main issues lie with the pickuos and electronics imo and those are fairly simple changes

    • @lucagarciaferrari
      @lucagarciaferrari 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jonny Dibble oh, thanks for checking! In any case, it’s better if the pocket is too small than id it’s too big. Definitely a good option for someone with tools and a dream, haha

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lucagarciaferrari definitely! Thanks for checking out the video dude 😁

  • @MB57
    @MB57 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You don't need a spoon. You need the ehx set that comes with the bass.

  • @DDASWPHM
    @DDASWPHM 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    If the TMB100 has the passive pickup, can I use it without a 9v battery??

  • @Anjohl
    @Anjohl 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I think these are a nice step up from the Squier Bronco for an occasional or beginner bassist, or someone that just wants a short scale.

  • @Dreams_Of_Lavender
    @Dreams_Of_Lavender ปีที่แล้ว

    I have to say that I love the shape of the bass but I'm reconsidering now that I know what the control layout and electronics are like. Maybe sometime, I'll tear it apart and replace the pickguard and the electronics setup with a Volume-Volume-Tone kind of layout but maybe it'd be a better idea to go with something else lse.

  • @jikunspite8660
    @jikunspite8660 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Okey its here :)

  • @Garebear21
    @Garebear21 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have the same bass coincidentally enough my volume knob was off out of the box luckily still has the brass fitting to turn it.

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh no! I realise the error of my ways now haha

  • @NoahBassman
    @NoahBassman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love mine, it's not a TMB100 it's the TMB600 like you used to have. Obviously much better than the 100 and I'm glued to it

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm gutted I didnt gel to my 600 because its an amazing sounding bass! 600 definitely sounds a lot better

    • @NoahBassman
      @NoahBassman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@JonnyDibble cracking basses man!

  • @robertyoung7027
    @robertyoung7027 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have this very same bass, and I was able to fix this bass by swapping pickups with a set of alnico pickups. My base now sounds phenomenal.. the stock ceramic pickups that Ibanez has in this bass are pretty harsh and way too loud..

  • @JP-jy7sk
    @JP-jy7sk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I dig the style of this bass. I wish they’d make a higher end version of this.

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      They used to! I had the TMB600 and it was really good

    • @pilummurialis6490
      @pilummurialis6490 ปีที่แล้ว

      this is the closest thing to the Ibanez Roadstar bazz which had quad coil pickups, those basses need to come back

  • @thomassully6421
    @thomassully6421 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    my only issue with this bass is that it’s an active bass lol. i’m just always paranoid about the battery running out

  • @andrepalomaro353
    @andrepalomaro353 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just got one for 125$ on layaway, for a buddy who records at home… its more expensive than his electric, so I’m hoping it makes a good Christmas gift! He appreciates a versatile instrument for digital recording

  • @dkhemmen
    @dkhemmen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Having seen other demos (like the PMTVUK one), I can't imagine this thing sounds this bad without something else being wrong, like setup or amp settings.

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Or the player! 😅 Played really really nicely so no setup issues for me, but I just found the preamp to be way too hot. Could be combated with the right EQ but I struggled to dial in a tone I really enjoyed!

    • @dkhemmen
      @dkhemmen 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JonnyDibble Pickup height perhaps? Although this should be at least reasonable out of the box, but at this price point I don't expect much :P Your playing sounds fine to me, but I just recently switched from guitar.

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@dkhemmen The foundations are there for a great bass, just needs a few tweaks I think 😊

    • @arturoacosta6583
      @arturoacosta6583 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@JonnyDibble there's no perfect instrument in the world.

    • @nkingofficial
      @nkingofficial ปีที่แล้ว

      @@arturoacosta6583 Warwick thumb 🤷‍♂️

  • @aarondavis4341
    @aarondavis4341 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a Tmb 310 from the first run of Talman basses a few years back,I've told you about it before,it's got the double jazz aka a humbucker at the bridge and a switch to tap it into single coil,with that said, I do gotta tell everyone,though Ibanez might have the issue fixed by now,I had to replace almost ALL THE HARDWARE because ibanez used junk for it on the Talmans my A string tuner head came apart ,because they where pressed together,I had to have BOTH pots replaced. because of EXACTLY what you did,tried to take the knob off and broke the shafts,I had to use a bobby pin to adjust them till I took it to the shop to get it fixed,NOW WHEN I DID THAT,( mind you I bought it in 2017) it took the shop 3 months to get it back to me(good thing I got 10 other basses) because they had to contact Ibanez who then had to get all the crap they needed to build me new pots,I guess it's because each pot has a built in preamp, right on it,on top of the actual preamp not sure if the 100 has it like that or not

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great insight here! Yeah tbf with this one, I was silly and didn't realise the Allan key holes on the knobs! I've actually got no issues with the hardware on this one, just the preamp which is too much. Speaking to a few people, apparently its the same story on the newer Ibanez basses!

    • @aarondavis4341
      @aarondavis4341 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JonnyDibble see I loosened the allen screws on the knob,they have brass shafts in them,don't make sense for a part that gets moved a lot,you'd think they'd use something stronger,but anyway yes,see if you can use a bobby pin or bend a paperclip to turn your volume until you can get it fixed properly,with the way the preamp is I wouldn't try fixing myself

  • @paulhalliday1515
    @paulhalliday1515 ปีที่แล้ว

    The knobs are held in position by ser screws. They even give you the Allen wrenches withe the guitar.

  • @darrenwales1092
    @darrenwales1092 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I was gonna get one last week to mess about on but after reading about the battery life draining problems I was put off . I still consulted my local stockist ... they said they were full of problems including not being packaged suitably in the factory so the concentric pots were damaged more often then not . To be honest this demo sounds like a wasp's fart but that's down to the bass's active circiutry being TOO hot , not your technique.

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The preamp is just so unnecessary I think. For a £200 bass I wish they'd offer better pickups rather than the preamp which, i agree is far too hot

    • @michaeltownsly1493
      @michaeltownsly1493 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Oh no it's absolutely this guys technique. He's not an audio engineer. He's using a scarlett solo and a pair of KRK Rokit's like 99% of bedroom producers. Do not make rash decisions based on someone who doesn't know how to record. Fair enough if he doesn't like playing it because of the feel, but his recording is not an accurate representation of how this bass sounds. I've recorded them (in a real studio) a few times. While they are not the most amazing bass, for £200 or whatever you can get a very very useable tone with a little knowledge behind you.

  • @boimesa8190
    @boimesa8190 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't get it? What's meant by Preamp? The pickups aren't active right?

    • @jonniegibbins
      @jonniegibbins 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Most "active" basses have passive pickups, but an active preamp which gives you the ability to cut or boost the sound at different frequencies. It's basically a mini amplifier powered by a 9 volt battery.

  • @paulevans4334
    @paulevans4334 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Yikes, I totally agree. That preamp is way overloading the signal. I like the look of these, especially in seafaom green.

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Would help if I could turn the volume down on the bass 😅 tbf, if I replace the electronics, this will be a brilliant bass

  • @skooterbrah
    @skooterbrah 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have one with a maple neck, and the frets were horrendous! Terrible fret sprout, and sharp as hell! That took about an hour or so to sort out, but for the price of the instrument, I really wasn't complaining.
    I personally love the active EQ, but I learned that to really get the most out it, you cannot run it on full volume. It will start getting into overdrive rather quickly. I agree with you that the pickups could be a bit better, and I am going to replace them at some point.
    Overall, I think that the bass is an exceptional value. The finish is great, and overall it's a well equipped instrument.
    I also have an Ibanez TMB310 that I mated to a TMB30 neck, and it is just a beast! The TMB310 has better pickups, and better wood. I put GHS Brite Flat strings on it, and it sounds amazing! The short neck on the full size body makes it a medium scale(apx. 32"),and it is just a blast to play.
    Now I just need to figure out what to do the TMB30 body that I have in the closet...

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Towards the end of owning this bass, I really enjoyed playing it! The foundations are there for a great mod project for sure 😁

    • @skooterbrah
      @skooterbrah 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JonnyDibble okay, after much playing around with mine, I have decided that flatwound strings on this particular bass is more of a necessity than a choice. They definitely help calm down the preamp, and cut back on the overdrive.

    • @The_Fat_Turtle
      @The_Fat_Turtle 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That sucks, my TMB100 I took personally out of the factory box and it had great frets, better than some $500-700 instruments. The fret ends were especially nice, smoothed down but not perfect and polished like an Ibanez Prestige but nice.

  • @earlgarcia9824
    @earlgarcia9824 ปีที่แล้ว

    Treble festival but I'm sure some fat low end tones are possible I ordered one in late January for 200 bucks out of stock back ordered and it's finally on the way ,I'll check out the pickups there ceramic hopefully they don't sound harsh some ceramics sound decent if there done rite but I have some alnico 5 pj's in my parts bin we shall see. 🤔

  • @RandomnessUploader
    @RandomnessUploader 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where did you find that white pickguard?

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Gig.ink 😋

  • @bryani2449
    @bryani2449 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes he does. A very good job me personally I don't do slap bass. I'm a hard rock basis so normally I don't need to. And most of the time. Honestly, I don't even use a pic. I use my fingers only because I feel like I have a better feel

  • @floydlay9189
    @floydlay9189 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Jonny,,very toppy,,which I like!

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I love top end. The pickups are proper hot for sure!

  • @skibidibamdada3121
    @skibidibamdada3121 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where can I find tabs for the rif in 4:06

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  ปีที่แล้ว

      No where I'm afraid, just me jamming!

  • @jonniegibbins
    @jonniegibbins 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Erm, sorry if I'm stating the obvious but there are hex screws on those control knobs, if you undo them the knobs come off without any pressure at all. You did undo the screws before trying to take the knobs off didn't you? ;-)

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How did I not notice this, and how did no one else point this out 😅🤣

    • @michaeltownsly1493
      @michaeltownsly1493 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JonnyDibble Because you're a dodo man. You've convinced people it doesn't sound good because you don't know how to record and don't have a good signal chain even if you did know. And you've convinced them it's poorly made because of your lack of basic knowledge of pots. This is the issue with the generation of TH-cam reviewers, you build up a following but you don't build up any real knowledge and so you pass this biased and flawed information off as being reputable.

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@michaeltownsly1493 I mean, if 1 simple mistake and my personal opinion makes me a "dodo man" then I guess I'll give it all up and go extinct

  • @bentpolski
    @bentpolski 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Both Pickups Slight Treble and Bass boost= RICK

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      PJ is definitely one of the most diverse configurations! :)

  • @bobt5778
    @bobt5778 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've always like these, but the head stock shape just needs a tweak - it's too blah.

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The offset machine heads definitely isn't for everyone! I kind of like it though (weirdly)

  • @dietaryfiberisasocialconstruct
    @dietaryfiberisasocialconstruct ปีที่แล้ว

    what's that first background song?

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  ปีที่แล้ว

      My old band 😊 Nova Mora - Imminence

  • @idolbass
    @idolbass ปีที่แล้ว

    Diggin the outro music ☠ Almost bought one

  • @fsmaia
    @fsmaia 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    There are neck diving? Thanks.

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      No neck dive issues for me!

  • @OGM_OriginalGameMusic
    @OGM_OriginalGameMusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I really like the tone but that treble is a bit too "canny"? Like someone with a can with a spoon in the background. Also are you on twitter?

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Best description ever 🤣 yeah its quite a lot! I wish they had gone for better pickups instead if the active preamp for this budget.
      I am on twitter @jonnynovamora (definitely don't use it as much as I should)

  • @EROM0RI
    @EROM0RI 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    what do you recommend? This or a same price range Squier?

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've not played the modern affinitys, so hard to say! I've actually been playing this bass a whole lot more recently and its really grown on me, but I still don't like the sound and it'll cost £100+ to upgrade so value for money is perhaps not so good? Sorry if that doesn't help!

    • @EROM0RI
      @EROM0RI 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JonnyDibble Np! I'm just getting started on bass and I'm looking for a good budget bass. Dou you have any recommendations? Squier or Ibanez aside haha

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@EROM0RI If shipping isn't an issue, Harley Benton is insane value for money. The SX bass I reviewed is probably my favourite budget bass I've reviewed!

    • @EROM0RI
      @EROM0RI 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@JonnyDibble TSM Jonny! I´m watching your review and it sounds amazing! Thanks a lot :)

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@EROM0RI You're welcome! Great basses 😊

  • @jeffsmith50001
    @jeffsmith50001 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    give the 'Jotoba' fretboard a good drink of 'Pledge' or Wood Silk'. Dry as buggery. Goes darker, looks better.

  • @donttalktome4696
    @donttalktome4696 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mine comes tomorrow

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hope you like it! Great fun to play 😊

  • @rkoropacki8747
    @rkoropacki8747 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would this bass be good for punkrock?

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Can't go wrong with a PJ configuration for punching through that mix! Whilst I dodnt love the preamp, yeah this bass can absolutely deliver on the punk rock front 😊

  • @earlgarcia9824
    @earlgarcia9824 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Update, received the bass finally after 6 months backordered, some QC issues loose bass & treble concentric pot and string tree ,easy fix the blend control works in reverse clockwise rotation should be bridge p/u and counterclockwise should be neck ,nope it's backwards...Smells like rushed production , didn't care for the rough finish on pickup covers ,removed them and buffed with 1500 grit sandpaper those sharp edges are not that sharp they shouldn't be a problem unless you play with your knuckles 🤪 buffed the neck with rubbing compound to a semi gloss finish, was going to switch out the pickups but these actually sound good, Ibanez designed these to work with the preamp which is rather hot , takes some tinkering around with amp & pedal settings but some great tones can be conjured up out of this puppy .🤔😆🤘

  • @PushSueAside
    @PushSueAside 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really enjoy watching all the stages of the purchase. From...””oh my, how am I going to continue living another day with out this bass” to “YES!!! It’s finally here” to “hmmmm...this is pointy and cheap, but if I change this and this...oh this would of make a good mod bass” then change a couple things, plug it in...YIKES!!! “It has an active preamp!!” “Maybe if you put some nice passive pickups???” To....yuck...this is a hot mess! ...then finally “Regret”
    I’m not at all trying to sound like I’m picking on you. I love this format. It’s perfect, because WE CAN ALL relate to it. Thank you for your awesome content. It’s fun, relatable and you seem like a real nice guy.
    Cheers Jonny

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      😆 This bass has been a roller coaster of emotions!

    • @PushSueAside
      @PushSueAside 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JonnyDibble indeed. Sorry I kept hitting the send button before I finished. I’m dyslexic and can barely read, but I really wanted to say something. I think I finally got out what I was trying to say. Cheers Jonny keep up the fun content.

  • @DiegoFloresConradi
    @DiegoFloresConradi 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi. This bass have neck dive?

  • @davelock3166
    @davelock3166 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was thinking of getting one - - but not now.

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'd say definitely try one out if you can before buying. Tone can be fixed, feel is the key

    • @davelock3166
      @davelock3166 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@JonnyDibble Too many other Gems out there Jonny!!

  • @FilipKeljevicBass
    @FilipKeljevicBass 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    5:22
    N O I C E

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have to hold myself back from shouting thats what she said several times a day

  • @SirSpoon
    @SirSpoon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love my Talman XD

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Whilst I'm not a fan of the preamp, they're a joy to play!

  • @iamLexxKelsey
    @iamLexxKelsey 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's a sweet bass if u like funk

  • @yperia
    @yperia 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    tmb-100 or harley benton rb-414 ??

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ooooooh tough one. Get rid of the cheap preamp and I'd say the TMB!

    • @yperia
      @yperia 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JonnyDibble thanks a lot mate! i appreciate! (y) i'll consider that.

  • @farelsaputra7228
    @farelsaputra7228 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Here we go again... FeNdEr

  • @josephshelleyphotographer
    @josephshelleyphotographer ปีที่แล้ว

    Kinda sounds like there’s digital clipping on a lot of this.

  • @HW100
    @HW100 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    With you on the Ibanez ????? I have an SR400 EQM, love the look, the quality, they way it plays and feels but sound wise its a big MEH!!!!!!!!!, a bit flat and not enough punch is as close as I can get but its more than that, shame really as it sits there gathering dust, cant beat a good P with no EQ and two Chrome KNOBS!!!!! all you need :)

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ah that's a shame!! Ahem. Something so simple but works SO well!

  • @mqaisataloss.5951
    @mqaisataloss.5951 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Funny enough I had one and the build quality and frets wer so bad I made it a throw around bass because I loved the sound.
    But as all throw around basses, one to many "throws" and it broke 😂
    I held on to the body for some time, I rly loved it's sound 😢
    Music store near me was going out of business and had a mexican p/j mustang bass kicking around (seafoam green)
    So now I have a seafoam green mustang bass with all the electronics from a tmb100 (active ofc) had a mother of toiletseats pickguard added to get rid of the hole that had the old pick-up selector.
    And swapped out the original thin ugly bridge with a fender high mass IV bridge (Mostly foor looks Tbh)
    And I just love it so much 😂
    When people hear it they are always amazed by the fat lows yet solid tone definition 👍

  • @carlucho1012
    @carlucho1012 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have an Ibanez SR505E with a pre amp switch to make it active.
    Pick ups Bartolini and I have to say, I don’t like it and I am selling it.
    It sounds too clanking when it hits the frets.
    I know it’s a characteristic in Ibanez basses with active pre amp pick ups. No good for slapping at all.

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Bartolinis just aren't my cup of tea. What will you go for??

    • @carlucho1012
      @carlucho1012 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JonnyDibble after seeing many of your reviews, some other people’s reviews and played them myself at the music store, I was not sure about getting a Squier classic vibes 60’s Jazz Bass Daphne Blue or a Fender American performance Jazz Bass.
      TBH I’ll go for the Fender. Will spend a bit more but I will get the tone I want!! 💪🏻

  • @evanseymour4172
    @evanseymour4172 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man I hear it’s not your favorite place in the world 🌎. But you sure sound great 🤷‍♂️

  • @drumnman1968
    @drumnman1968 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Just picked up one of these in white, brand new. I love the look of the bass,and the feel of the neck. First thing I had to do was paint over the hideous "tort" guard (Ibanez makes some poor decisions with this model, one being that cheap, shitty tort pickguard.) Used a flat "Vintage Nickel" spray, after prep with a scotch brite, and plastic adhesion promoter. Looks really good!
    Anyway, quite simply,..these basses sound like ass. Nothing a good pickup swap can't remedy, though.
    So there you have it..a great project bass. 200 bucks isn't bad for a good body and neck. I'll get rid of the god forsaken preamp, and run it passive with some good Precision pickups. Doubt I'll even bother with the J pickup, as I never use J bridge pickups.
    Should be fun!

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      AGREE! The pickguard was just too bright for me. You can definitely tell where they've saved money on these, unfortunately shows with the electronics! You're right though, 200 is still a decent price for a great modding foundation!

    • @ktown0173
      @ktown0173 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s basically what I did, I have an EMG PVA5HZ in my walnut flat w/ a white pickguard

  • @layz_gaming_4275
    @layz_gaming_4275 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    When you take off your knobs you want to losen it with a really small Allen wrench, then it will slide off.

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep! Totally didn't realise that with this bass 😆😅

    • @layz_gaming_4275
      @layz_gaming_4275 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JonnyDibble welp, live and learn

  • @GiochidiGiornataPC
    @GiochidiGiornataPC 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's a great bass, but I don't see why it should have any hype: it's basically a Peavey Zodiac designed by ibanez 🤔
    I like it tho, especially with the new pickguard

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Apparently its just meant to be a great value bass but I'm not a fan of the stock electronics! Sure is a looker now though! Gig.ink do work wonders 👌

  • @Jason0131Huang
    @Jason0131Huang 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is this a short scale bass??

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No this is full scale, the TMB30 is short scale thought 😊

    • @Jason0131Huang
      @Jason0131Huang 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@JonnyDibble thanks for the reply!

  • @reijerlincoln
    @reijerlincoln 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What type of music do you use your farty bass tone for?

  • @juliangramajo7010
    @juliangramajo7010 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    yeah, i don't dig the ibanez either, the only one that i ever listened and thought "thats really good" was with the one played by the bassist from "The free nationals" band

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The preamp is just a bit pants on this! Apart from the tone, great bass 😅😆

  • @remley8877
    @remley8877 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well, that sounds like shit. Glad I watched this. I was going to buy one as a beater bass tomorrow, but guess I'll get a Jackson or Mitchel for $50 to $70 less that sound equally shitty and use the cash I save to upgrade the pickups.

  • @fanwtn5124
    @fanwtn5124 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Me before I know Talman : Aight, budget, Squier, Epiphone. Ibanez? Bruh
    Me after : *intensely find this bass in Thailand, then ordered it from Bang fvking Kok province*
    And I know, that I’m going to love Talman ‘cos I came from Yamaha TRBX174, wish is a very good bass for it price, do not mistaken

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha dedication! Hope you enjoy! 😁

    • @fanwtn5124
      @fanwtn5124 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JonnyDibble Let’s wait and see, if I will… xD

  • @yeeeehawwww9239
    @yeeeehawwww9239 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This bass is a p bass gateway drug essentially

  • @antrace92
    @antrace92 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    this guy looks like milo aukerman

  • @jeffsmith50001
    @jeffsmith50001 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you not notice the grub screws on the Knobs ?. Your first sound demo did sound shite. Difficult to do with a nice Bass. You must have got a Friday Bass. Do the Indonesians suffer the Friday thing ?

  • @anthonyclegg1511
    @anthonyclegg1511 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It sounds a bit tinny. Sorry. ♥️🎸.

  • @paulmitchell5349
    @paulmitchell5349 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Muddy and twangy.

  • @GreekDude
    @GreekDude 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tort sounds better. Fact.

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😆 That's the secret to tone

  • @glenndjubilee
    @glenndjubilee 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Country of manufacture DOES make a difference IMHO. China makes excellent inexpensive guitars. I will use my Paranormal Jazz '54 as an example. Excellent QC for the money.

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      So it does or doesn't? The Chinese made squiers are fantastic. Really enjoyed the paranormal I had! As manufacturing processes continue to improve, country of manufacturer matters less and less. I'm all about affordable gear rather than high end 😊 I believe were in agreement here!

    • @glenndjubilee
      @glenndjubilee 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JonnyDibble I have seen a few other tubers say the Indonesian stuff isn't quite as good no matter the moniker. But I don't one. And it is hearsay.

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@glenndjubilee with mass production, of course you're more likely to get a bad one slip through the net. But I'm yet to have a really bad one!

  • @JasonH6978
    @JasonH6978 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You have really expensive bass guitars so of course you're going to shit on the less expensive ones we can all afford...

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I really really don't have expensive basses man. I've pretty much focused on the affordable market my entire time playing bass 😊

  • @justinpayne3308
    @justinpayne3308 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bought one of these for 75 bucks. The previous owner busted it up by pulling the knob (ha). I bought a new preamp/pot for $20. I still hate this piece of caca. The baseball bat neck didn't do anything for me either.

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh no! At least it wasnt loads of money. I quite liked the neck after a while, found myself picking it up to play quite a bit in the end!

    • @justinpayne3308
      @justinpayne3308 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JonnyDibble I have zero need of the bass. I have a PJ Squier Jag and a PJ Precision deluxe, already. I just couldn't pass up the deal. I'm donating it to an aspiring player in need. So, it works out in the end.

    • @JediJiirehya
      @JediJiirehya 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@justinpayne3308 I'm an aspiring player in need lol! In Canada though.

  • @madsplattalot8712
    @madsplattalot8712 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's kinda shitty sounding, don't like that mint either on sunburst buddy

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Big fan of the mint, not a big fan of that preamp 😪

  • @breteastman339
    @breteastman339 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your negligence broke the base and then you started giving it a bad review. It's a remarkable instrument for the price perhaps a bit Advanced for you. Stay passive. Won't turn to this channel for a review. Good day

    • @JonnyDibble
      @JonnyDibble  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hold my hands up, the knob breaking WAS my fault but the preamp is still too hot in my opinion. If that's enough to turn you away from my channel entirely, fair enough. Good day

    • @neillaika
      @neillaika 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      😎👌@@JonnyDibble

  • @alexaveevelasquez6099
    @alexaveevelasquez6099 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Pickguard inexpensive downsize waste of money