AEWC body with maple top, maple body, cutaway, armrest and Ibanez AEQ-SP2 pickup
As the industry leader in the use of exotic tonewoods, Ibanez continues to focus on innovation with its AEW series. Accordingly, the AEWC400-TKS comes with a body made of elegant exotic curly maple in a chic transparent Black Sunburst finish. Clear bass, multi-faceted mids and crystal clear highs are the perfect choice for the singer-songwriter. In addition, the Ibanez AEQ-SP2 preamp with integrated tuner and 3-band equalizer provides perfect control on stage, with natural sound reproduction. Chrome-plated die-cast mechanisms ensure tuning stability and precise tuning, while a compensated bridge inlay made of Graph Tech TUSQ provides clean intonation and a flat string position. In addition, a shortened scale length of 634m ensures a soft and pleasant playability and an arm rest for an ergonomic playing feeling.
The Ibanez AEWC400-TKS Transparent Black Sunburst at a glance:
Compact electro-acoustic acoustic guitar
Body made of chic curly maple for a radiant sound image
Armrest for an ergonomic playing feeling
Compensated TUSQ bridge inlay for clean intonation
Chrome-plated die-cast mechanisms for tuning stability
Shortened scale length of 634mm for soft playability
Ibanez AEQ-SP2 preamp with tuner and 3 band equalizer for a transparent sound image
If you compare to my Faith Saturn (Dreadnaught), this lacks volume, sustain and base. But I bought for the cutaway, the pre-amp and the mid tone. Acoustically the sound is mellow and refined, but much more reserved, not a criticism just the difference, and one I was after. On the other hand, plug in and amp up and you have a different great sounding guitar. Effortless to play, great looking and sooooo comfortable. This was what I wanted as a contrast, this is what I got. Happy Days. Arrived well set up, down tuned a note and very well packaged.
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