Is the price shown inclusive of VAT?

Yes. Every price on Northgate Music Co. includes UK VAT at 20%, and a full VAT invoice is emailed with your dispatch confirmation. There are no import duties or handling fees on UK orders.

Can you set the action to my preference before shipping?

Yes. Add a note at checkout or call us and our workshop will set the action and relief to your spec at no extra cost before the instrument is packed.

What happens if I don't get on with it?

You have 30 days from delivery to return it for a full refund. We email you a free UK return label, and refunds are processed to your original payment method within 5 working days of the item arriving back with us.

What warranty cover is included?

Two years parts and labour against manufacturing defects, on top of your statutory rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015. Consumables such as strings, reeds, heads and batteries are covered for 90 days.

Ibanez Standard EHB1005F Fretless 5-string Bass Guitar - Arctic Ocean Matte — view 1

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Ibanez

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Bass Guitar

Ibanez

Ibanez Standard EHB1005F Fretless 5-string Bass Guitar - Arctic Ocean Matte

Name: Ibanez Standard EHB1005F Fretless 5-string Bass Guitar - Arctic Ocean Matte
Brand: Ibanez
SKU: NGM-A3650A97
Price: 492.95 GBP
Availability: InStock

SKU: NGM-A3650A97Brand: Ibanez

£492.95Inc. VAT

Or around £41.08 a month over 12 months — spread the cost at checkout where eligible.

Introducing the Ibanez Standard EHB1005F Fretless 5-string Bass Guitar - Arctic Ocean Matte, now available at Irvine Art and Music. This value-packed bass guitar is perfect for bass players who are looking for a high-quality 5-string fretless bass that won't break the bank. Featuring a sleek and…

In stock — 12 availableDispatched in 1–3 working days

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What we do before it ships

Neck relief measured with feeler gauges, not by eye
Pickup heights balanced string-to-string on the bench
Fresh strings fitted and stretched before packing
Active circuits tested with a fresh battery installed
Set-up for low action without fret buzz across the whole neck

Live performanceStudio workRehearsal roomsSession players

Free insured UK delivery
30-day free returns
2-year Northgate warranty
Workshop set-up included

Secure encrypted checkout. VAT invoice supplied with every UK order.

01 — Full details

Featuring a sleek and modern ergonomic American basswood body, a super-fast 5-piece roasted maple/walnut neck with graphite reinforcement rods, and a smooth-as-glass ebony fretless fingerboard, this bass guitar is both comfortable and easy to play. The Ibanez Bass Workshop EHB1005SF also comes equipped with a pair of premium Bartolini BH2 pickups that deliver classic soapbar tone on demand, making it a versatile instrument that's perfect for a wide range of playing styles.

One of the standout features of the Ibanez EHB1005SF is its Mono-rail 5 bridge, which enhances definition and sustain. Unlike single-body bridges, each Mono-rail saddle is completely separate from the others, which prevents unused strings from ringing and allows for efficient energy transfer between the string and the body. The result is an astonishing clarity and sustain that has impressed bassists everywhere.

Ibanez has a rich history in the music industry, with roots dating back to 1908 when they were known as the Hoshino Gakki company in Nagoya, Japan. Today, Ibanez is known for its innovative guitar and bass designs, as well as its popular effect pedals like the Tube Screamer.

In addition to its premium features, the Ibanez Bass Workshop EHB1005MS 5-string Electric Bass Guitar comes with an ergonomic American basswood body, a fretless ebony fingerboard with abalone offset dots, a Vari-mid 3-band EQ, an EQ bypass switch (passive tone control on treble pot), black hardware, Ibanez custom headpieces, and a gig bag for easy transportation.

Overall, the Ibanez Standard EHB1005F Fretless 5-string Bass Guitar - Arctic Ocean Matte is a top-of-the-line instrument that offers excellent value for its price. Get yours now at Irvine Art and Music and experience the quality and versatility that Ibanez is known for.

Tech Specs

Number of Strings:5
Left-/Right-handed:Right-handed
Body Shape:Bass Workshop
Body Material:American Basswood
Body Finish:Satin Polyurethane
Color:Arctic Ocean Matte
Neck Material:5-Piece Roasted Maple/Walnut
Neck Shape:EHB5
Neck Joint:BOlt-on
Radius:19.685"
Fingerboard Material:Richlite
Fingerboard Inlay:Abalone Dots
Number of Frets:Fretless
Scale Length:34"
Nut Width:1.771"
Nut Material:Plastic
Bridge/Tailpiece:MR5HS
Tuners:Ibanez Custom Headpiece
Neck Pickup:Bartolini BH2 Humbucker
Bridge Pickup:Bartolini BH2 Humbucker
Controls:1 x volume, 1 x balance, 3-Band Active EQ
Strings:.045-.130
Case/Gig Bag:Gig Bag
Manufacturer Part Number: EHB1005FAOM

02 — From order to doorstep

Order placed

Confirmation email with your reference lands within a minute.

Workshop check

Bench inspection and set-up, usually the same working day.

Packed & dispatched

Double-boxed and handed to the courier with tracking.

Delivered

Free insured delivery, 1–3 working days across mainland UK.

03 — Buying with confidence

Bought from a UK company

Northgate Music Co. is a UK-registered retailer. Every order is invoiced with VAT and covered by UK consumer law.

30-day returns

Change your mind within 30 days of delivery and we arrange a free return collection, then refund to your original payment method.

Verified reviews only

We invite customers to review 14 days after delivery. Ratings appear here once verified purchasers have left them — we never publish placeholder scores.

04 — Questions about this product

Yes — we hold 12 in UK stock. Orders placed before 14:00 on a working day are picked the same day and dispatched with free insured tracked delivery, arriving in 1–3 working days.

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