EHB1505MSBIF-B1849 vs EHB1505MSPLF-B9932 — Compare
Ibanez EHB1505MS Headless 5 String Bass Black Ice Flat B-Stock vs Ibanez EHB1505MS Headless 5 String Bass Pacific Blue Burst Flat B-Stock
Both are identical EHB1505MS models with the same electronics, neck, and hardware—the sole difference is cosmetic finish and B-Stock condition. Choose Black Ice if you prefer darker aesthetics and accept a minor upper-horn chip; choose Pacific Blue Burst for a vibrant two-tone look and a less-visible back-edge dent.
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Ibanez EHB1505MS Headless 5 String Bass Black Ice Flat B-Stock
Ibanez EHB1505MS Headless 5 String Bass Pacific Blue Burst Flat B-Stock
Specs side by side
| Ibanez EHB1505MS Headless 5 String Bass Black Ice Flat B-Stock | Ibanez EHB1505MS Headless 5 String Bass Pacific Blue Burst Flat B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,519.00 | $1,519.00 |
| Brand | Ibanez | Ibanez |
| Body | Headless | Headless |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Strings | 5 | 5 |
| Fretboard | Panga Panga | Panga Panga |
| Pickup Configuration | J/J | J/J |
| Year | 2024 | 2022 |
| Condition | Refurbished | Refurbished |
Why choose Ibanez EHB1505MS Headless 5 String Bass Black Ice Flat B-Stock
- ✓ Black Ice finish offers sleek, modern aesthetic
- ✓ B-Stock discount on an otherwise full-price professional instrument
- ✓ Same Nordstrand pickups and Vari-Mid EQ as model B
Why choose Ibanez EHB1505MS Headless 5 String Bass Pacific Blue Burst Flat B-Stock
- ✓ Pacific Blue Burst provides striking two-tone visual appeal
- ✓ Back-edge dent less noticeable in performance than upper-horn chip
- ✓ Identical core specs: multi-scale neck, hum-canceling electronics, 24 fanned frets
Frequently asked questions
Are the electronics and tonal character identical between these two?
Yes. Both use Nordstrand Custom Big Split pickups, Vari-Mid 3-Band EQ with bypass, and identical hardware. Tone descriptions differ slightly in wording but reflect the same instrument tuned for articulate, modern voicing with hum-canceling performance.
What is the difference in B-Stock condition?
Black Ice has a small cosmetic chip on the upper horn; Pacific Blue Burst has light cosmetic dents on the back edge. Neither affects playability. The back edge is less visible during performance than the upper horn.
Is the multi-scale neck and fretboard the same on both?
Yes. Both feature a 35–33 inch multi-scale design, 9-piece graphite-reinforced panga panga and walnut neck, 24 stainless steel fanned frets, and bound panga panga fingerboard with offset abalone dot inlays and luminescent side dots.
Which is better for studio versus live performance?
Both are equally suited to studio and live work. The choice depends on your visual preference and tolerance for the specific cosmetic blemish on each unit.