Ibanez AW4000CE-BS Artwood Series Acoustic Electric Guitar in Brn Sunb
Description
Ibanez AW4000CE-BS Artwood Series Acoustic Electric Guitar in Brown Sunburst High Gloss Finish
The AW4000CE-BS captures authentic acoustic character with the dependability needed for tracking and mixing sessions. Its dreadnought body produces a balanced, articulate tone that translates well to digital recording, while the satin-finished mahogany neck provides smooth, responsive feel under the hands. Built for engineers and producers who demand both tonal integrity and session-ready reliability.
Recording & Construction
The neck dimensions—43mm width at the nut, 21mm thickness at the first fret, and a 400mm radius fretboard—enable precise intonation and clear note definition across all positions. Solid Caucasian Spruce top with X bracing pairs with solid mahogany back and sides to deliver a resonant, well-balanced acoustic voice that sits distinctly in the mix. Rosewood fretboard and bridge provide durability and tonal clarity, while the satin-finished mahogany neck resists fingerprints and allows unimpeded access to all 20 frets.
Tone & Electronics
The Fishman Sonicore pickup captures natural acoustic tone with minimal phase shift, delivering transparent tracking through the preamp stage. The Ibanez AEQ-SP2 preamp with onboard tuner provides real-time tone shaping and reliable pitch reference for efficient workflow without external devices. Balanced XLR and ¼" outputs enable direct interface with audio interfaces and mixing consoles, with 9V battery power ensuring portability and consistent performance across sessions.
Key Features
- Dreadnought body with X bracing
- Solid Caucasian Spruce top
- Solid Mahogany back and sides
- Mahogany neck with satin finish
- Rosewood fretboard and bridge
- Tortoiseshell body binding
- 20 frets with 651mm scale length
- Grover Chrome Open Gear tuners with Butterbean knobs
- Fishman Sonicore pickup
- Ibanez AEQ-SP2 preamp with onboard tuner
- Balanced XLR and ¼" outputs
- Brown Sunburst high gloss finish
The AW4000CE-BS combines solid tonewoods, refined hardware, and modern electronics to deliver a versatile instrument suitable for studio tracking, home recording sessions, and serious production work.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
Reviews
At a Glance
The AW4000CE-BS captures a warm, balanced acoustic tone with articulate highs and resonant low end, making it equally at home in folk, worship, and singer-songwriter sessions as it is in direct recording and mixing work. Solid tonewoods, a Fishman Sonicore pickup with minimal phase shift, and a flexible preamp with balanced XLR and ¼" outputs give you studio-ready tone and real-time EQ shaping without external gear.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Folk
- ✓ Worship
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Hard Rock
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar designed for?
The AW4000CE-BS is built for intermediate to advanced players. Its 43mm nut width, 400mm fretboard radius, and responsive mahogany neck support fluid fingerstyle and complex chord voicings across all 20 frets.
How does this guitar sound plugged in for live performance or recording?
The Fishman Sonicore pickup captures natural acoustic tone with minimal phase shift, paired with an Ibanez AEQ-SP2 preamp that includes onboard tuning reference and real-time EQ shaping. Balanced XLR and ¼" outputs work directly into stage PA systems, audio interfaces, or mixing consoles.
What genres and playing styles is this guitar best suited for?
The AW4000CE-BS excels in folk, worship, studio sessions, and live performance, where its balanced midrange, warm low end, and articulate highs serve fingerstyle and strummed playing equally well. It is not designed for metal or hard rock applications.
What woods are used in the construction?
The body features a solid Caucasian Spruce top with X bracing, paired with solid mahogany back and sides. The neck is satin-finished mahogany, and the fretboard and bridge are rosewood, all chosen to deliver resonant, warm tone with durability.
Does this guitar require external equipment to perform live or record?
No. The onboard Ibanez AEQ-SP2 preamp includes a tuner and tone-shaping controls, and the guitar runs on a single 9V battery, making it fully self-contained for stage use or direct recording into an interface.
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