Ibanez AWB50CE-LG Artwood Series Acoustic Electric Bass in Natural Low

Ibanez AWB50CE-LG Artwood Series Acoustic Electric Bass in Natural Low Gloss Finish

The AWB50CE-LG delivers the balanced response and ergonomic playability expected from a 34" scale acoustic bass, with a cutaway dreadnought body that accommodates both seated and standing positions. Ibanez engineered the Artwood series to honor acoustic tradition while incorporating modern electronics and construction techniques, resulting in an instrument that bridges classic tonal aesthetics with contemporary amplification needs. The low gloss natural finish reveals the wood grain while resisting the reflectivity of high-gloss alternatives.

Construction & Tonal Foundation

A solid Sitka spruce top with X bracing pairs with mahogany back and sides to establish a warm, balanced acoustic response characteristic of traditional bass design. The mahogany neck, rosewood fingerboard, and rosewood bridge create a cohesive tonal path, while bone nut and saddle components support clear sustain and reliable intonation across all registers.

Electronics & Playability

The Ibanez Under Saddle Pickup and SPT Shape Shifter preamp with onboard tuner provide reliable amplification and quick setup verification without external devices. The cutaway body combined with 20 frets grants easy access to upper register positions, while the 34" scale and graduated neck dimensions—from 22mm thickness at the first fret to 23mm at the seventh—support precise fingerwork and reduced hand fatigue during extended sessions.

Key Features

• Solid Sitka spruce top with X bracing and black binding
• Mahogany back, sides, and neck
• Rosewood fingerboard and bridge
• Cutaway dreadnought body shape
• 34" scale, four-string construction, 20-fret fingerboard
• Bone nut and saddle
• Chrome die-cast tuners
• Ibanez Under Saddle Pickup with SPT Shape Shifter preamp
• Onboard tuner
• Natural low gloss finish
• Body length 20", width 15 3/4", max depth 5"
• Nut width 43mm, 14th-fret width 58mm

The AWB50CE-LG combines traditional acoustic bass construction with practical modern electronics, making it suitable for studio recording, amplified ensemble work, or unplugged practice.