Ibanez AW4000 BS Artwood Brown Sunburst Gloss Acoustic Guitar 5489
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Ibanez AW4000 BS Artwood Brown Sunburst Gloss Acoustic Guitar
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- SKU
- AW4000B5489
- Color
- Brown
Description
Ibanez AW4000 BS Artwood Brown Sunburst Gloss Acoustic Guitar
The AW4000 BS is a well-balanced dreadnought built for studio capture and tracking versatility. Its satin-finished mahogany neck and ergonomic grip support extended session work without fatigue. This Artwood series instrument produces a versatile voice—fingerstyle articulation, strumming clarity, and hybrid technique responsiveness—rooted in solid tonewoods and modern bracing that translates cleanly to microphone and DI. The unit shows minor cosmetic wear—a small scratch on the lower neck and white discoloration under the finish on the body—that do not affect playability or structural integrity.
Tone & Recording Character
A solid Sitka spruce top paired with mahogany back and sides produces a balanced, articulate tone with natural warmth and sustain that records with presence and definition. X-bracing internal structure optimizes resonance and body response, while bone nut and compensated bone saddle ensure stable intonation and sustain consistency across all registers—critical for layered recordings and punch in the mix.
Playability & Recording Stability
The 651mm (25.6") scale length and precisely dimensioned neck—43mm at the nut, 55mm at the 14th fret, with 21–22mm thickness and 400mm radius—create a responsive, ergonomic platform that minimizes hand strain during tracking and allows precise fingering control. Open-gear chrome tuning machines hold tuning stability session after session, while the rosewood bridge and hardware provide the structural consistency required for reliable takes and overdubs.
Key Features
- Dreadnought body with solid Sitka spruce top
- Solid mahogany back, sides, and satin-finish neck
- Set-in neck construction
- 20-fret rosewood fretboard with maple dot position markers
- Scale length: 651mm (25.6")
- Neck width: 43mm at nut, 55mm at 14th fret
- Neck thickness: 21mm at 1st fret, 22mm at 7th fret, 400mm radius
- Bone nut and compensated bone saddle
- Original Ibanez chrome tuning machines
- Rosewood bridge
- High-gloss brown sunburst finish with tortoiseshell binding
- Ibanez Advantage bridge pins
This AW4000 BS combines solid tonewoods, stable hardware, and purposeful neck design to deliver the recording consistency and playability that studio tracking and production work demand.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
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At a Glance
The Ibanez AW4000 BS captures a balanced, articulate tone with warm sustain ideal for fingerstyle recording, folk arrangements, and hybrid techniques—the solid Sitka spruce top and mahogany construction sit naturally in any home-studio mix. Its responsive, ergonomic neck and bone hardware ensure consistent intonation and note clarity across session work, while the dreadnought body projects enough presence for either close-mic or room recording. This B-Stock version offers the same tonal and structural integrity at a reduced price, with only minor finish cosmetics that won't affect your recordings.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ fingerstyle
- ✓ folk
- ✓ country
- ✓ live performance
- ✓ studio sessions
Not the best pick for
- – metal
- – djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean for this guitar?
B-Stock means this AW4000 is fully functional with minor cosmetic imperfections—in this case, a small scratch on the lower neck and white discoloration under the finish on the body. Playability, tone, and structural integrity are unaffected.
Is this guitar good for fingerstyle and folk playing?
Yes. The AW4000 is specifically voiced for fingerstyle articulation and hybrid technique, with a balanced tone and responsive neck (43mm width at nut, 400mm radius) designed for fluid fingering. The bone nut and saddle ensure clear sustain and intonation across the range.
How does the neck feel, and will it work for long playing sessions?
The 651mm scale and precisely dimensioned neck (21–22mm thickness, 55mm width at 14th fret) create an ergonomic, responsive platform built for stamina. The satin-finish mahogany neck stays comfortable through extended sets and studio work.
What tonewoods does it use, and how do they sound?
It features a solid Sitka spruce top with solid mahogany back and sides, paired with X-bracing that optimizes resonance and projection. This combination delivers a balanced, articulate tone with natural warmth and sustain that projects well on stage and in recordings.
How reliable is the hardware for live use?
The chrome tuning machines stay locked in during sets, the rosewood bridge is built for road durability, and the bone nut/saddle ensure consistent intonation. Set-in neck construction adds structural reliability for gigging musicians.
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