Ibanez EHB Headless Basses for Recording

In the studio, a bass has to track cleanly and sit in the mix without a fight. The Ibanez EHB gives you Bartolini BH2 pickups and a Vari-mid 3-band EQ, so you can dial in a tone at the source and spend less time carving it out later with plugins. The chambered, lightweight body also makes long tracking sessions more comfortable.

Range is the main appeal for producers. 4-, 5- and 6-string versions cover everything from tight pop and rock parts to extended-range work. Multi-scale models such as the EHB1005MS and EHB1505MS give the low B a more defined, even response, which helps with downtuned or low-register parts. Fretless options add expressive, vocal-like lines to a session.

Mono-rail bridges make setup simple between takes. Prices run from about $1,400 to $2,000, and Studio Gears currently has fretless and multi-scale basses available. Compare them below to find the right fit for your home studio or production room.