Ibanez MDM1000 Mode Series 4-String Electric Bass - Pearl White

Mode Series

The Ibanez Mode Series: A Modern Take on a Classic The Ibanez "Mode" series represents a reimagining an iconic bass design. It's Ibanez's unique, modern take on a legendary instrument that has become ubiquitous across various musical genres. The Mode series honors the core elements that make this style of bass so popular, but injects contemporary features and aesthetics to support the creative endeavors of today's innovative players. The Mode series is engineered to bridge the popular sounds of the past with the evolving future inspiration of modern bassists. Whether the gig calls for a traditional supporting role or a highly technical performance, the Mode Series is built to excel in both. Its playability and tonal versatility are ready to help any player create distinctive and memorable grooves.

FEATURES

• Roasted Maple neck - The Roasted Maple neck is heat-treated to increase stability, durability, moisture resistance and tolerance of temperature changes.


• Delta S4J pickups - The Ibanez Delta pickups deliver an aggressive yet balanced single-coil tone that responds clearly and evenly in all frequency ranges. They're voiced to cut powerfully through any mix while eliminating noise, thanks to their hum-canceling design.


• Rosewood fretboard - Rosewood fretboard provides a well-balanced solid tone with a focused mid range.


• Medium Stainless Steel frets - The Stainless Steel frets are durable and long-lasting.


• Alder body - The Alder body delivers a well-balanced bright tone, enriched resonance and sustain.


• Ibanez Aero-light machine heads - Ibanez Aero-light machine heads feature keys made of Extra Super Duralumin," which significantly reduces the overall weight of the tuning machine while still maintaining durability and tuning accuracy. These extremely lightweight tuners help facilitate excellent instrument balance, which is essential for comfort during long gigs.


• MR5S bridge - The MR5S bridge has adjustable saddles for variable string spacing by +/- 1.5mm, answering every bassist's specific string spacing needs.


• Ibanez Sonitech S Preamp 3-band EQ w/EQ bypass switch (push/pull) - The Ibanez Sonitech S Preamp boasts a meticulously tuned tonal character across the entire frequency spectrum. This circuit offers two selectable 3-band mid-range banks and a passive tone control for unparalleled versatility. The preamp is designed to deliver maximum flexibility and ease of use. The EQ bypass switch (push/pull) switches between EQ bypass (Pull) or EQ on (Push).


• 3-way Mid frequency switch w/Hexa Mid system - The Hexa Mid system offers players the flexibility to choose from two mid-range banks, each containing three distinct frequency points, for a total of six. Its exceptional versatility and user-friendly interface help players achieve their ideal bass sound.


• Super All Access Neck Joint - The Super All Access Neck Joint increases playability and allows for easy access to the higher frets.


• MDM body shape - The MDM body is specially designed for perfect balance and smooth access to all 24 frets.


• Luminescent side dot inlays - Luminescent side dot inlay provides clear visibility in dark environments.

SPECIFICATIONS

Controls

When holding the bass in the playing position, the Hexa Mid System switch is located on the control cavity cover on the back of the bass. Moving the switch to the up position activates the "H" or high bank, while the down position selects the "L" or low bank. The mini switch on the front of the body is a 3-way mid frequency selector. When the Hexa Mid System is set to the H bank, the mid boost peak is at 350Hz in the neck position, 600Hz in the center position, and 1kHz in the bridge position. In the L bank, the mid boost peak is at 250Hz in the neck position, 450Hz in the center position, and 850Hz in the bridge position. Along the lower edge of the body, there are six knobs. Directionally, the first three from the neck towards the lower bout they are; volume, blend and master tone with push/pull EQ bypass switch. When the master tone knob is pulled up, the EQ bypass is activated. The remaining three smaller knobs near the edge of the body, from the neck towards the lower bout are the treble boost/cut, mid boost/cut, bass boost/cut.

Switching System

The bass boost/cut frequency curve peaks at 50 Hz, with a variable width that narrows toward higher frequencies, reaching zero around 1000 Hz. The peak frequency's range is approximately ±18 dB. The treble boost/cut frequency curve forms a mountain-shaped peak around 10,000 Hz, with a variable range that becomes zero around 300 Hz. The peak frequency's range is approximately ±18 dB. The Hexa Mid System switch is located on the back of the bass, in the middle of the control cavity cover. In the up position (towards the center of the body), it is set to "H," and in the down position (towards the edge of the body), it is set to "L." When the Hexa Mid System is set to "H," the mid-boost/cut frequency curve creates a mountain-shaped peak at a specific frequency. The variable range is zero near 20 Hz and around 10,000 Hz. The peak frequency can be switched to 1000, 600, or 350 Hz, with a variable range of approximately ±13 dB. When the Hexa Mid System is set to "L," the mid-boost/cut frequency curve creates a similar mountain-shaped peak, but the variable range is zero near 20 Hz and around 10,000 Hz. The peak frequency can be switched to 850, 450, or 250 Hz, with a variable range of approximately ±13 dB.