Small Bass But Big Tone! - Ibanez Mikro GSRM20 [Demo]

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[patrickhunter]

Okay y'all, what other short scale basses should I check out??

[tlb]

I'm 60 years old. I've been a gigging musician for over 43 years. I'm also a recently retired telephone lineman whose had a back injury. So I play a Music Man Cutlass for my main guitar. It is compact and weighs in at just over six pounds. I experience very little pain playing it for a whole show.
I also play bass in another band. I bought a Mikro bass for the same reasons. I still can't believe how good the instrument sounds. A heavy, full scale bass would be painful for me. Not this bass.
The only shortcoming I found in it is a typical issue with many electric stringed instruments. I experienced a noticable volume difference moving from note to note and string to string.
I solved that problem handily with an Electro-Harmonix Platform compressor pedal. The pedal plus a Radial JDI direct box comprise my bass rig. The sound and feel is perfect for my taste. It really thumps.
I can't say enough good things about the Mikro.

[MMiler]

pro tip: strap one of these bad boys nice and low, and stand far from your audience. They'll think you're a giant playing a normal sized bass.

[johnholmes]

I bought one of these yesterday Friday January 21, 2022 from a used guitar store. It needed to be cleaned and new strings. I put flat wound light gauge strings on. Mind you, it was used. There was no scratches or dents and any kind. In 1965 I got a KAPA short scale bass that had tremendous power. Well, today after cleaning this up in every detail, I am impressed how nice it looks. This little bass plays so well, my search for another KAPA bass or any other bass has ended. This little guy fits me because I am only 5’-7” tall. It is light, and very easy to play. Fifty years ago it was lost by someone I loaned it to. This will add to what I can now do. Accordion, ukulele, guitar, and now a bass. Awesome.

[mitchfindergeneral]

May I just say... I really like your playing. You get a really awesome rock vibe. I think a lot of the bassists on YouTube are way too focused on being the next Victor Wooten. We need more Lemmys, Geezers, Geddys, etc.

[hotchow]

Mr. Patrick, that forceful riff you laid down at 1:54 sold me, not on the bass guitar but on what I could sound like if I practiced more. Kudos to you for demonstrating quality technique.

[tiefighter]

I have it. I dig it. Mine's in a flat walnut finish. I call it "Lil Nutty".

[funkybasslady]

I have actually gigged with this bass on several occasions and received many compliments on my playing and sound. Surprised? So was I! Just love this little bomber! It is sooo comfortable, easy on the shoulder and easy to play complex figures due to the short scale. Another thing...it is great not having to worry about it getting banged-up in close-quarters stage situations. Not a big $$$ investment, so if it gets ratty, I’ll just go get another one! This bass plus a MarkBass 1X12 combo amp = great sounding, easy-to-schlep rig. BTW, as I was playing this rig in a convention center, I had to “dial it back” because it was overpowering the rest of there band! OOPS!! Couldn’t believe it! Highly recommended.

[Joelvete]

This bass is great! I recently bought one as my first bass. I am a guitar player with girly hands and would struggle with a regular sized bass. The sound you can get with the right settings and a good amp is really good. The neck feels so fast and comfortable, the body light and overall it does not feel like a toy.

[vernsorrelhorse]

I've played this bass on the road and downtown nashville hundreds of gigs. I just love how it feels and plays. Alot of times I pick it over my more expensive basses. One big plus is anytime I've flown for gigs I take this cause it fits in overhead compartments unlike most basses.

[TheEasyLikeSundayMorningShow]

47 and want to learn the bass. I just ordered one of these. Looks fun.

[mroche]

Now this is how you demo a bass.Thank you, very well done.

[wulfhartspirit]

I got one for my son, and he stopped playing. I play guitar in a band, and I have been filling in the bass from time to time. This little thing really is fun, and just the right size for what I am used to.

[DaveZiffer]

Just bought one. I'm a guitar player who, despite my big hands, could never adapt to the fret spacing on a full-scale bass. Never had a bass of any sort before. This thing is a blast! Haven't had this much fun in awhile!

[BassedinVegasDavyo]

I’m a pro player and bought this Mikro bass in the Flat Black finish for home practice, I absolutely love my Mikro bass and have actually considered using it for gigs.
It’s sounds killer thru all my big and small bass amps and cabinets, it’s a blast to play and the lightweight could be awesome if I decide to use it on some of my 4 hour gigs.
I Highly recommend this bass for pro players.
Cheers, Davyo

[facedowngaming]

Just scored one used for $50. I told myself I didn’t need anymore Basses but I couldn’t pass it up!!!

[zulu]

This Bass stands in a corner in our living room. I grap it when i just one to play (unplugged) for two minutes, take it to a home session or watching football at home. It is really nice to play. Just for having fun or to check ideas directly. It is a nice tool.

[georgekinslow]

I have one in the walnut finish and I love it! It has re-ignited my desire to learn to play and practice. I have had a Hamer Cruise bass for years, but I struggled with the full size neck. Working on the Mikro has actually made playing the full size bass a bit easier! My practice times always start with the Mikro, then I might pick up the Hamer, then end on the Mikro.

[Arcade]

I find the original pickups to be quite good. There is no need to change them immediately. With good strings and a well-tuned amp, it is possible to have a good sound, the rest is the fingers that create the melody

[ChrisDavis]

My youngest son bought one a couple of years ago with his Christmas money. I was surprised at the tone you get for $179. He chose the metallic blue color that looks really good. Unfortunately, he didn’t stick with trying to learn bass.