Ibanez AWB50CE Artwood Natural Low Gloss Acoustic Electric Guitar 2548
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Ibanez AWB50CE Artwood Natural Low Gloss Acoustic Electric Guitar
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- SKU
- 6SAW850CENT-B2548
- Color
- Natural
Description
Sound & Tone
The solid sitka spruce top over mahogany back and sides gives this acoustic bass a warm, woody low end with enough articulation to keep notes defined rather than muddy, and the full dreadnought body with 34" scale supplies real acoustic volume and sustain unplugged. Amplified, the Fishman Sonicore pickup and Ibanez SST Shape Shifter preamp translate that natural voice with onboard tone shaping, while XLR and 1/4" outputs suit both stage and studio use. It fits singer-songwriter accompaniment, folk and acoustic ensemble work, and unplugged sessions where an upright-leaning acoustic thump is wanted over an electric bass tone.
Ibanez AWB50CE Artwood Natural Low Gloss Acoustic Electric Bass
The AWB50CE captures the warmth and resonance of a full-bodied acoustic bass with genuine playability in a single-cutaway design. The solid sitka spruce top paired with mahogany back and sides produces a balanced, articulate low-end response that cuts through in both amplified tracking and acoustic recording settings. This instrument delivers authentic acoustic character for bassists tracking parts that demand amplification versatility without tonal compromise.
Build & Hardware
The dreadnought cutaway body is constructed with a solid sitka spruce soundboard, mahogany back and sides, and mahogany neck for tonal coherence and structural stability. A rosewood fingerboard with 20 frets, bone nut and saddle, black ABS body binding, and chrome die-cast tuners provide hardware that balances durability with the resonant performance needed in recording sessions.
Electronics & Amplification
The Fishman Sonicore pickup paired with the Ibanez SST Shape Shifter preamp delivers intuitive tone-shaping and an integrated onboard tuner for fast session setup. XLR and 1/4" balanced outputs with 9V battery power ensure reliable direct-to-interface recording and flexible signal routing for both studio tracking and live amplification.
Key Features
- Single-cutaway dreadnought body design
- Solid sitka spruce soundboard
- Mahogany back and sides
- Mahogany neck
- 34" scale, four-string construction
- 20-fret rosewood fingerboard
- Bone nut and saddle
- Fishman Sonicore pickup
- Ibanez SST Shape Shifter preamp with onboard tuner
- XLR and 1/4" balanced outputs
- Chrome die-cast tuners
- Natural low gloss finish
This B-Stock unit is fully playable with only minor cosmetic wear (white mark at neck base and small white dot on neck binding edge—see images), making it an excellent value for a professional-grade acoustic bass.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
Reviews
Specifications
| Body Style | Dreadnought Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Pickups | Under Saddle |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2015 |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Touring
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Punk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean for this guitar?
This B-Stock unit is fully functional and playable with only minor cosmetic wear—specifically a white mark at the neck base and a small white dot on the neck binding edge. All electronics, hardware, and tone are unaffected.
Will this bass work for both acoustic and amplified performance?
Yes. The solid sitka spruce and mahogany construction deliver resonant acoustic character, and the Fishman Sonicore pickup paired with the Ibanez SST Shape Shifter preamp ensure reliable amplified performance on stage or in the studio with XLR and 1/4" balanced outputs.
What pickup and preamp does it have?
It features a Fishman Sonicore pickup and Ibanez SST Shape Shifter preamp with onboard tuner, tone-shaping controls, and 9V battery power for intuitive setup and quick tuning checks.
Is this suitable for jazz and studio work?
Yes. The warm, articulate low-end and balanced tone make it ideal for jazz, studio sessions, and live performance; it cuts through amplification while maintaining the full-bodied resonance serious players expect.
What are the build specifications?
The AWB50CE has a solid sitka spruce soundboard, mahogany back, sides, and neck, a 34-inch scale four-string bass with 20 frets, rosewood fingerboard, bone nut and saddle, and chrome die-cast tuners for structural stability and tonal coherence.
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