Ibanez AE170 Acoustic Electric Guitar - Natural

FEATURES

• Grand Auditorium body shape for balanced tone and projection
• Solid Sitka spruce top for a bright and articulate sound
• Flamed maple back and sides for a bright and tight tone
• Comfort Grip maple neck for superior playability
• Thermo Aged ovangkol fretboard for enhanced stability
• Ibanez T-bar undersaddle pickup for a natural amplified sound
• Ibanez AEQ-TP2 preamp with onboard tuner and 2-band EQ

*Case or gig bag sold separately

DESCRIPTION

Built for musicians who demand both innovation and quality, the Ibanez AE170 Grand Auditorium is a standout in the AE series. Designed for players of all levels, it offers a rich blend of tone, playability, and modern features—perfect for gigging performers, songwriters, and home musicians alike.

The AE170 features a Comfort Grip maple neck, ensuring smooth playability and effortless navigation across the fretboard. Paired with a Thermo Aged ovangkol fretboard, it delivers warmth, stability, and a comfortable playing feel, whether you're strumming open chords or picking intricate melodies.

A solid Sitka spruce top delivers a dynamic tonal range, offering crisp highs, clear mids, and a full-bodied low end. The flamed maple back and sides enhance brightness and projection while adding a striking visual appeal. This combination results in a responsive, versatile instrument suitable for various styles and genres.

Equipped with an Ibanez T-bar undersaddle pickup, the AE170 captures its natural acoustic tone with remarkable clarity. The AEQ-TP2 preamp, featuring a built-in tuner and a 2-band EQ, allows for precise sound shaping when plugged in. A Thermo Aged ovangkol scalloped bridge enhances vibration transfer, boosting sustain and resonance.

Ibanez pushes acoustic design forward with thoughtful innovations. The A.I.R.port soundhole redirects sound waves for improved monitoring and a more immersive playing experience. X-M bracing is engineered for a wide dynamic range, providing punchy lows, crisp trebles, and warm mids. The AE body shape offers superior projection, balance, and ergonomic comfort for long playing sessions.

With its modern craftsmanship and rich, full-bodied sound, the Ibanez AE170 is built to inspire—on stage, in the studio, or at home.

SPECIFICATIONS

• String Type:Steel
• Number of Strings:6
• Left-/Right-handed:Right-handed
• Body Shape:AE170ce Thinline Concert
• Back & Sides Wood:Laminate Flamed Maple
• Top Wood:Solid Sitka Spruce
• Top Finish:Open Pore Polyurethane
• Color:Natural
• Body Bracing:X-M Bracing
• Neck Wood:Maple
• Neck Finish:Gloss Polyurethane
• Neck Shape:Comfort Grip
• Radius:15.75"
• Fingerboard Material:Thermo Aged Ovangkol
• Fingerboard Inlay:Blocks
• Number of Frets:20
• Scale Length:25"
• Nut Width:1.692"
• Nut Material:Plastic
• Saddle Material:Plastic
• Bridge Material:Ovangkol
• Tuning Machines:Chrome Die-cast tuners, 18:1
• Electronics:Ibanez AEQ-TP2 preamp, T-bar undersaddle pickup

*Case or gig bag sold separately