Ibanez George Benson GB10EM Signature Hollow Body Electric Guitar Anti
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- Open box from our own stock: unboxed, inspected and set up by our techs
- Otherwise new and unplayed, original packaging and factory accessories
- Covered by our 30-day money-back return policy
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- GB10EMAA-U
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. Description
Sound & Tone
The hollow spruce-top body over linden back and sides gives the GB10EM a warm, woody resonance with clear definition across the range, while the walnut bridge and fretboard add focus to the attack. The Magic Touch-Mini humbuckers are passive alnico units that stay articulate and respond closely to pick and fingertip dynamics, and the independent volume and tone controls for each pickup let you move from smooth, rounded jazz voicings to a more present, cutting bridge sound. With its 24.75" scale, 12" radius, and medium frets, it suits jazz comping and single-line soloing as well as blues and funk work, played with either fingers or a pick.
Ibanez George Benson GB10EM Signature Hollow Body Electric Guitar – Antique Amber
The GB10EM is engineered for recording sessions and live tracking with its set-in GB Nyatoh neck, 12" radius fretboard, and ergonomic body contours that support fatigue-free takes. This hollow body construction produces warm, woody resonance with natural sustain that captures clean fingerstyle articulation and pick definition across jazz, blues, and funk recordings. The Antique Amber finish pairs vintage character with modern playability, delivering a signature model built for studio versatility and tonal consistency across multiple takes and overdubs.
Tone & Electronics
Dual Magic Touch-Mini Humbucker pickups (neck and bridge) capture warm, articulate output with alnico magnets that respond to both pick attack and fingering dynamics, translating nuance directly to tape or DAW. The independent 2x volume and 2x tone control layout lets you sculpt pickups independently, switching from smooth, compressed jazz voicings to more defined, present tones without reaching for a second guitar—essential for efficient session work.
Playability & Build
The 24.75" scale and medium frets combined with a 1.692" nut width create a balanced platform that supports consistent intonation and reliable performance across tracking sessions. Spruce top over linden back and sides, paired with the walnut bridge and bound walnut fretboard, deliver structural stability and tonal clarity that translates cleanly through your signal chain and mix.
Key Features
- Hollow body construction with spruce top and linden back/sides
- Set-in GB Nyatoh neck with GB profile and 12" radius
- 24.75" scale length with 22 medium frets
- Bound walnut fretboard with acrylic block inlays
- Dual Magic Touch-Mini (H) Humbucker pickups – passive/alnico
- 2x volume and 2x tone control configuration
- Walnut bridge and VT14 tailpiece with wood cover
- 1.692" plastic nut width
- Gloss polyurethane finish in Antique Amber
- Right-handed orientation, 6-string standard tuning
This signature model represents Ibanez's refinement of hollow body design, offering responsive pickups, stable construction, and the tonal character that defines the GB10 platform across decades of professional recording and performance.
Open Box - our own stock. This unit was unboxed, inspected and set up by our techs in Temecula; it is otherwise new and unplayed and ships in the original packaging with all factory accessories. Sold as open box at a reduced price. Covered by our 30-day money-back return policy, including any problem on arrival.
More Information
| Condition | Used |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |
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About this open-box unit
| Condition | Open box - from our own stock, sold at a reduced price |
|---|---|
| Price vs new | $96 under the new unit ($800) |
| Includes | Original packaging and all factory accessories |
| Returns | 30-day money-back return policy |
Prefer a brand-new one? Ibanez George Benson GB10EM Signature Hollow Body Electric Guitar Antique Amber is in the catalog at $800.
Specifications
| Scale Length | 24.7" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Walnut |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2020 |
| Made In | Japan |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Jazz, Blues, Funk |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Warm, woody, articulate, compressed jazz voicings, responsive to dynamics |
| Less specialized for | Metal, Drop Tunings (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What genres and playing styles is this guitar best suited for?
The GB10EM is designed for jazz, blues, and funk. Its warm, woody hollow-body tone and responsive dynamics excel in fingerstyle and pick techniques across those styles. It is not recommended for metal or drop-tuning applications.
What does open box mean, and what condition is this guitar in?
Open box means the unit was unboxed, inspected, and fully set up by our technicians; it is otherwise new and unplayed. It ships in the original packaging with all factory accessories and is covered by our 30-day money-back return policy.
How does the neck feel, and is it comfortable for long playing sessions?
The set-in GB Nyatoh neck with GB profile and ergonomic body contours are designed to encourage extended playing without fatigue. The 24.75" scale, 1.692" nut width, and 22 medium frets create a balanced, accessible platform for standard tuning and lead work.
What kind of tone does this guitar produce, and how much control do I have over shaping it?
The dual Magic Touch-Mini humbuckers with alnico magnets deliver warm, articulate output that responds to pick dynamics and finger nuance. The independent 2x volume and 2x tone control layout lets you dial in everything from smooth, compressed jazz voicings to more defined, present character.
How does the GB10EM compare to other semi-hollow bodies like the Gibson ES-335?
The GB10EM sits alongside the Gibson ES-335, Fender Coronado, and Epiphone Dot as a serious semi-hollow platform. The Ibanez emphasizes warm, woody resonance with responsive dynamics and refined playability, with the Benson signature model bringing decades of professional use to its design.
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. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $49 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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