Ibanez AE100DBF Grand Auditorium Acoustic Electric Guitar - Dark Tide Blue Flat

FEATURES

• Comfort Grip Nyatoh neck
• Laurel fretboard
• Solid Sitka Spruce top
• Okoume back and sides
• Ibanez T-bar Undersaddle pickup
• Ibanez AEQ-TP2 preamp w/Onboard tuner
• Laurel Scalloped bridge
• Ibanez Advantage™ bridge pins

*Case or gig bag sold separately

DESCRIPTION

Introducing the Ibanez AE100, a harmonious blend of tradition and innovation in the realm of acoustic-electric guitars. Crafted as part of the flagship AE series, this instrument pays homage to the rich acoustic guitar tradition while embracing the demands of contemporary musicians seeking supreme tone and playability.

At the heart of the AE100 lies theComfort Grip Nyatoh neck, offering a contour that ensures superior playability, inviting musicians to explore their musical boundaries with ease. TheLaurel fretboardcontributes to the guitar's rich and warm tonal character, providing a delightful playing experience.

A cornerstone of this acoustic-electric masterpiece is theSolid Sitka Spruce top, delivering an expansive frequency range that produces shimmering highs, tight mids, and a full-bodied low end. Complementing this is theOkoume back and sides, generating a woody, warm tone when played softly or finger-picked, and offering punchy high-mids with clear projection during strumming.

The AE100 is equipped with the powerfulIbanez T-bar Undersaddle pickup, ensuring an accurate translation of the guitar's full sound to any amplification system. TheIbanez AEQ-TP2 preampadds a punch of on-board EQ, complete with a convenient digital tuner and 2-band EQ, enhancing the versatility of the guitar and making it suitable for various playing styles.

Innovative design extends to theLaurel Scalloped bridge, a lightweight structure that improves vibration efficiency, leading to better resonance and providing flexibility in adjusting the action. TheIbanez Advantage™ bridge pinsoffer practical advantages, making pin removal and insertion effortless while ensuring stability.

Beyond the regular features, the AE100 boastsspecial featuresthat elevate its sonic prowess. TheA.I.R.portenhances resonance, and the uniqueX-M Bracing—born from years of trial-and-error—creates a clear bottom, crispy treble sound, and a trimmed warm mid-range. The distinctiveAE body shape, designed for projection, balance, and comfort, ensures an instrument that stands out on the stage, offering the best of all worlds for the discerning musician.

SPECIFICATIONS

• AE body
• 634mm/25" scale
• Solid Sitka Spruce top
• Okoume back & sides
• Comfort Grip Nyatoh neck
• Laurel fretboard & Laurel Scalloped bridge
• 43mm width nut
• Specially designed inlay
• Abalone rosette
• Chrome Die-cast tuners(18:1 gear ratio)
• Ibanez T-bar Undersaddle pickup
• Ibanez AEQ-TP2 preamp w/Onboard tuner
• Balanced XLR & 1/4" outputs
• Ibanez Advantage™ bridge pins
• D'Addario® XTAPB1253 strings
• X-M Bracing
• A.I.R.port

*Case or gig bag sold separately