Ibanez Artcore AS93B Electric Guitar in Black

For over a decade, Ibanez has fueled the hollowbody market with designs from rockin' semi-hollow hybrids to straight-up traditional jazz-boxes. The Artcore Expressionist line opened a new chapter in the Artcore history. Jazz fans are familiar with the original Ibanez Super 58, favored by George Benson, Pat Metheny, and John Scofield on their signature models. Although popular among jazz guitarists, the Super 58 works well in a variety of situations, as many funk guitarists can attest. Super 58 pickups are characterized by warmth, balanced articulation, and excellent response. Features The 3pc Nyatoh/Maple Neck provides a rich mid-low end and great resonance. Macassar Ebony produces tight lows and mid range along with strong attack in the highs and quick response with rich sustain. Medium sized frets enhance the accuracy of your notes. The Linden top delivers a natural and flat, yet accurate tone. The Bocote back and sides imbue this guitar with an exotic appearance and add a powerful and warm sound. Super 58 pickups feature moderate output and vintage tone. The Gibraltar Performer bridge provides rich sustain and tuning stability. The low-positioned saddles promise comfortable playability.The Quik Change III tailpiece enables faster and easier string changing. Specifications Neck type: AS Expressionist3pc Nyatoh/MapleSet-in neck Top/back/side: Linden top Bocote backBocote sides Fretboard: Bound Macassar Ebony fretboardAcrylic block inlay Fret: Medium frets Number of frets: 22 Bridge: Gibraltar Performer bridge String space: 10.5mm Tailpiece: Quik Change III tailpiece Neck pickup: Super 58 (H) neck pickupPassive/Alnico Bridge pickup: Super 58 (H) bridge pickupPassive/Alnico Factory tuning: 1E,2B,3G,4D,5A,6E String gauge: .010/.013/.017/.030/.042/.052 Hardware color: Gold