Ibanez Roadstar II RB851 – 1986
Description
Ibanez Roadstar II RB851 – MIJ – 1986 – Pearl
The Ibanez Roadstar II RB851 from 1986 is a classic Japanese-made bass with a Pearl finish. Renowned for its punchy tone and smooth playability, this Roadstar II is a standout for collectors and players alike, delivering incredible definition and clarity across every note.
Key Features:
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Body & Neck: Double-cutaway basswood body with arched top, bolted to a maple neck.
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Fingerboard: 24-fret rosewood fingerboard with pearl dot inlays and side dots; matching headstock.
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Pickups & Electronics: Ibanez LO-B active humbuckers, master volume, pickup balancer, and tone control.
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Hardware: Accu-cast BII bridge, graphite nut, VelveTune BII tuning machines, Ibanez “dead end” v-shaped strap buttons, black hardware.
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Playability: Professionally set up, smooth low action, new 9V battery for active pickups.
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Weight: 3.9 kg.
Condition:
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Great overall condition with minimal fretwear.
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Small ding on the back of the headstock, minor scuffs on the back of the body, general hardware aging.
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Fully functional electronics, punchy active pickups.
Extras:
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Comes with gig-bag.
The Ibanez Roadstar II RB851 Pearl 1986 is perfect for vintage bass enthusiasts, collectors, or players seeking a high-performance Japanese bass with unique styling, excellent tone, and exceptional playability.





