Ibanez George Benson GB10EM Signature Hollow Body Electric Guitar Anti
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- GB10EMAA-1613
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Sound & Tone
The laminated spruce top with linden back and sides, paired with two floating Magic Touch-Mini humbuckers, yields a warm, rounded voice with clear note definition and the airy bloom of a full hollow body, while the compact 14 1/2" lower bout and floating pickup mounting help keep feedback manageable at volume. The walnut bridge and VT14 tailpiece transfer vibration evenly for balanced response across the low and high registers, so chord melody work stays articulate rather than muddy. It's aimed squarely at jazz comping and single-note lines, with enough warmth and touch sensitivity for blues, and the 22 frets plus 10.4mm string spacing suit both fingerstyle and pick players moving into the upper register.
Ibanez George Benson GB10EM Signature Hollow Body Electric Guitar in Antique Amber
The GB10EM is a full hollow body engineered to capture warm, articulate jazz and blues tones with minimal feedback—essential for clean recording and live mix performance. This signature model channels George Benson's refined approach to tone, offering a comfortable single-cutaway form factor that balances natural resonance with the feedback control required in studio and stage environments. The antique amber finish delivers classic visual character while the lightweight hollow construction reduces physical fatigue during extended tracking and overdub sessions.
Playability & Fretboard Access
The walnut-capped nyatoh neck provides the stability needed for consistent intonation across multiple takes, while the rosewood fretboard with medium frets and acrylic block inlay supports both smooth legato lines and articulate pick definition. A 10.4mm string spacing accommodates both fingerstyle and pick-driven recording techniques without compromising accuracy, and the 22-fret configuration grants full access to upper register passages essential for jazz vocabulary and melodic overdubs.
Recording Tone & Electronics
Two floating Magic Touch-Mini humbuckers capture the full resonance of the spruce top while restraining feedback—critical for isolated instrument tracking and layered production work. The floating design preserves the natural hollow body sustain without muddying the mix, producing warm, articulate tones that sit naturally alongside other instruments in dense ensemble arrangements. The walnut bridge and VT14 tailpiece with wood cover optimize vibration transfer and contribute to the instrument's balanced tonal character across all frequency ranges, ensuring consistent sound across multiple recording sessions.
Key Features
- Full hollow body with laminated spruce top, linden sides and back, and f-holes
- Multi-layer binding on body perimeter
- Maximum body thickness of 3 3/8"
- Lower bout width of 14 1/2"
- Single cutaway body shape
- Walnut-capped nyatoh neck
- 22 frets with medium gauge
- Rosewood fretboard with acrylic block inlay
- String spacing of 10.4mm
- Two floating Magic Touch-Mini humbuckers
- Walnut bridge and VT14 tailpiece with wood cover
- Chrome hardware; 6-string right-handed configuration
This GB10EM delivers the professional-grade hollow body response that defined George Benson's signature sound, combining authentic construction with electronics engineered to preserve the instrument's natural resonance—ideal for capturing expressive, feedback-controlled recordings across jazz, blues, and contemporary styles.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 24.7" Scale |
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| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Walnut |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2020 |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Jazz, Blues, Funk |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Warm, articulate, natural resonance, controlled feedback, balanced highs and lows |
| Less specialized for | Metal, Punk (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar suited for?
The GB10EM is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. The medium frets, 10.4mm string spacing, and 22-fret rosewood fretboard support both legato lines and percussive articulation, making it accessible to experienced players across jazz, blues, and funk.
How does the hollow body construction affect feedback and tone?
The full hollow body with laminated spruce top and floating Magic Touch-Mini humbuckers is engineered to deliver natural resonance while maintaining controlled feedback. The walnut bridge and VT14 tailpiece optimize vibration transfer for balanced articulation from warm lows through articulate highs without feedback issues in ensemble settings.
Is this guitar comfortable for long playing sessions?
Yes. The full hollow body design reduces fatigue during extended sessions, and the walnut-capped nyatoh neck provides stability and comfortable handling. The 10.4mm string spacing accommodates both fingerstyle and pick-driven approaches without cramping.
What genres is this guitar best suited for?
The GB10EM excels in jazz, blues, and funk, where its warm and articulate tone shines in both solo fingerstyle and ensemble settings. It is not designed for metal or punk applications.
What electronics does the GB10EM use?
The guitar features two floating Magic Touch-Mini humbuckers that capture the full resonance of the spruce top while preserving the hollow body's natural sustain. Chrome hardware and the VT14 tailpiece with wood cover complete the electronics package.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces collect sales tax as the facilitator in most states, so the same listed price can cost more there. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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