Ibanez ATK 810 Revisit - A Second Glance at the Elusive 'Stingray Killer' - LowEndLobster Fresh Look

Hey everyone! Today we're revisiting one of my favorite discontinued Ibanez basses, the Attack series... better known as the ATK! This ATK 810 was the top tier 'Premium' edition before going up to the Made in Japan 'Prestige' bass. Featuring a quad coil Music Man style humbucker with a 3 way switch, a Jazz style humbucker at the neck position, and a 3 band preamp, the ATK is looking to do it all! Let's check this bass out!

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[jeanfernandes]

every video on this channel make me want a new bass

[PropS]

I could be wrong, but I feel like most players didn’t really notice these basses or really rave about them back when they were still being produced. I’m glad you’re showcasing this powerhouse of a bass and giving it the credit it deserves.

[McMeeBurger]

This is such a good looking instrument, I just adore that bridge design. So unique and cool

[ekthehands]

I was telling people about this bass, it's a sleeper! I was able to get a 2017 model that came with a case. I don't know why they stopped production of this bass. It is a multi- tone machine. I too won't sell mine either. I commented on your first review and also Bully the kid's review of it. It's just a great sounding instrument. I'm glad you went back, played it and really got to know it. Great bass!

[Waggel]

Bought a barely used ATK 810 back in December. It my first bass and I absolutely adore it.
There is something funny going on with it though. The 2014-2015 models were stained in a walnut color and used a lighter headstock logo.
My unstained 2016 model also has that light logo...and an early 2014 serial number. I contacted Ibanez for some information. There was some discussion on whether to leave these basses natural, stain them or do both. They made a few of each and went with the stained model. When they switched to natural for 2016 my bass was sent to a retailer as a demo/promo model. Since other than the color and logo it has the same specs

[jamesgadd]

The ATK is one of my most desirable basses. I've always loved the way they look and sound. I'm an avid Ibanez user as is.

[_levandre_]

This bass is iconic to me because its similar to paul grays but black no pick gaurd and no front pickup
Its honestly beautiful and sounds like a monster with the bridge pick up

[sweatervestviking]

The one bass I’ve been hoping to run into for ages now. Ever since I heard that stingray tone on it plus the other tones I was locked in. Come on Ibanez, give us another run ya dweebs! Great one Lo-Bob-ster!

[glennbergevin]

I've got an 2007 ATK300, 2017ish ATK800 and 805 - the 800 is my absolute workhorse, first bass I grab every day.

I'd love to see Ibanez bring them back - a dual MM version would be really cool.

[jdmarino]

That mega humbucker pickup is pretty awesome, with all its switching options.

[faustinogarciabassplayer]

Saw your channel reviewing this bass and fell in love. Monfhs later found a Ibanez ATK 300 on Marketplace and snagged it. Now it's one of my main basses. Incredible tone and playability. A bit hefty but I like big girls so she's perfect 😁.

[TheLazar]

Just ordered a used 5 string version with the case and I couldn't be more excited, I really like the looks and the features are amazing. Thanks for the recommendation Lobby, you rock!

Greetings from Germany!

[moonriver]

I have this exact bass. I was in a music store and just picked it up because of the "Unfinished" look of it. Was I ever surprised when I plugged her up. The playability and tone was right there! I really didn't have to fiddle about with it except for purposely checking out what was under the hood. It was several years ago. I'm thinking I paid around $500 for it. I saw on reverb where the used ones were going for 2 thousand plus dollars!! Amazing that these cool basses were so overlooked and underrated when you could get them. Thanks for the rundown, Lobby! You sounded great on it! I see you did this vid awhile back. I actually haven't played mine for awhile. I'm primarily a session musician. Most of the albums I've worked on lately have been Americana, Blues or Ol' Skool R&B. The producers have wanted Ol' Skool bass tones. I've been using P-basses and a couple of Hollowbodies with flats. I'm thinking I might give this Ibanez a whirl with flats. Yeah, I'll never part with mine either! Thanks again! Bottoms Up, Bass Bro!

[longdongbongchong]

I had one of these exact basses at the same time along with my ATK 300. I found the sound rather pedestrian, and I sold it. The redesigned preamp in this model is a lot more polite than what previously encouraged people to start calling the old ATK a Stingray killer. Not so sure that applies to the 810. Where the old preamp and pickup excelled was that it not only could cop a stingray tone, but it was in many ways even better with the 3 coils and the coil switch. It was notoriously impolite, which I love and could get really snarly if you want it to. The 300 was one of Ibanez's best basses, and they really hit it out of the park. They went more for versatility, and I suppose wider appeal with the 810, but strayed from the formula that made the original so popular.

[MrVinB]

Always thought this was such a cool take on the Stingray. Hope they reissue this in the future, maybe do a short scale for the hell of it.

[mixc]

Had mine when it first came out. I have over 50 basses and I would never get rid of this one. Really versatile bass..

[Selios]

I enjoyed this revisit! I love my ATKs; I've got an ATK300 in a translucent dark blue finish and birdseye maple fretboard, as well as an ATK805 in walnut finish. Awesome basses!

[MrTennisgolf]

Wow! What it beautiful and great sounding bass. It really nails the Sting Ray vibe with some uniqueness all its own,

[crocholiday]

I have an mid 2000's ATK and love it. My only complaint is it's a bit on the heavy side but that's a first world problem for sure. Tone is great and I really dig the way it plays. Stingray killer... Not sure I'd go that far but a fantastic bass for sure.

[RumblinMan]

Man, I love ATK’s. Every one I’ve played has been awesome. Great review!