ATELIER Z Beta 5 Custom (Fade Blue/M MH/Black Hardware)
Product Condition
| Brand New | Unused, as sold. |
|---|---|
| Mint | Like new, no flaws. |
| Excellent | Barely used, very minor wear. |
| Very Good | Light wear, fully functional. |
| Good | Visible wear, plays fine. |
| Fair | Heavy wear, still playable. |
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Description
Description
The immensely popular Atelier Z-style 24-fret bass, the Beta, features a resonant ash body and a Bartolini XTCT preamp, delivering a sharp, articulate sound, as well as a punchy, powerful attack.
While it certainly excels in the Atelier signature boomy sound, it's tuned for a more neutral, slightly flatter sound than the flagship model, the M#265. Furthermore, the bold heel-cut joint and 24-fret design make it particularly playable, delivering a tight, crisp tone despite its small body, making it a versatile sound suitable for any genre. Following a March 2025 renewal, the pickups are equipped with the company's original "JZ" pickups, which combine a split structure with slant pole pieces, providing both noise resistance and power.
In terms of controls, the previous [2Volume] has been changed to [Master Volume, Balancer], which allows for smoother control, and the controls are now "Master Volume/Master Tone (Stack), Balancer, Treble, Bass (Pull/Passive)". The treble/bass now have a click at 50% as a guide for the amount of preamp boost, making it easier to adjust to your liking.
This model features a faded blue color that changes from bright blue from the head to the end of the body, combined with black hardware, giving it a unique yet refined look.
Be sure to experience the Beta series, which is also used by Mutsumi, an incredibly technical bassist who has gained popularity mainly on YouTube and social media.
■Scale: 34
Neck: Maple
■Fingerboard: Maple 24F
Body: Ash2P
Tuning key: GOTOH GB-528
Bridge: ATELIER Z BB519
■Pickups: ATELIER Z JZ-5
Preamp: ATELIER Z AZ-3B (Treble: ±18dB/7KHz, Middle: ±7dB/400Hz, Bass: ±8dB/70Hz, Gain: with trimmer)
■Controls: M'Vol, BAL, M'Tone/sw, MID, Treble/Bass
Weight: 4.27 kg
Gig bag included
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The following information applies to international orders.
■ Condition
Items with “USED” in the product name are pre-owned and will be delivered as shown in the photos. Signs of wear may be present. All items are function-tested by our staff and rechecked before dispatch.
■ Stock
Many products are stocked across Ikebe stores in Japan. As a result, shipment may take several days. In-store sales may also cause items to sell out. If an item is unavailable, we will contact you promptly; in that case, the order will be canceled and any payment will be refunded.
■ Shipping
We ship via FedEx. Shipments are fully insured against damage or loss during transit.
- Asia: 10–20 days (estimated)
- North America & Oceania: 20–30 days (estimated)
Shipping costs are calculated based on the delivery address and confirmed at the time of dispatch.
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■ Other
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* Warranty
Our product warranty is valid only within Japan.
* Voltage
All electrical products are intended for the Japanese market and are designed for 100 V operation.
About us
Founded in 1975, Ikebe Music is one of Japan's largest general music stores.Thanks to its long history and proven track record, it has earned the trust of musicians and music fans not only in Japan but around the world.
Ikebe Music ships not only within Japan, but also overseas.As a well-known retailer of used musical instruments in Japan, we have a wide selection of used and vintage instruments.
We have a wide variety of unusual and rare instruments, so please take a look.Please note that we do not list new products, as our contracts with our suppliers prohibit international shipping.
About our stores
In Japan, we have about 30 stores in Tokyo (Ikebukuro, Shibuya, Akihabara) and Osaka.
We have just opened our flagship store, IKESHIBU (IKEBE SHIBUYA), in Shibuya, Tokyo, which brings together numerous musical instrument specialty stores and serves as a hub for entertainment culture.
Please be sure to stop by if you are visiting Japan.

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