Ibanez AWB50CE Artwood Natural Low Gloss Acoustic Electric Guitar 2548
Description
Ibanez AWB50CE Artwood Natural Low Gloss Acoustic Electric Bass
The AWB50CE delivers 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 and acoustic settings. This is a serious instrument for bassists who need authentic acoustic character without sacrificing amplification versatility.
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 deliver hardware built for the road—durability meets performance in every detail.
Electronics & Amplification
The Fishman Sonicore pickup paired with the Ibanez SST Shape Shifter preamp gives you intuitive tone-shaping and an integrated onboard tuner for quick soundchecks. XLR and 1/4" balanced outputs with 9V battery power keep your rig live-ready, whether tracking in the studio or holding down the low end on stage.
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 |
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At a Glance
The Ibanez AWB50CE is a single-cutaway acoustic bass that pairs a solid sitka spruce top with mahogany back and sides for warm, articulate low-end that cuts through amplification in live and studio settings. Built for intermediate to professional bassists, it combines genuine acoustic resonance with versatile electronics—Fishman Sonicore pickup and Ibanez preamp with onboard tuner—making it road-ready for jazz, studio sessions, and touring. This B-Stock unit is fully functional with only minor cosmetic marks, offering professional-grade tone and reliability at exceptional value.
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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