Ibanez AW4000 BS Artwood Brown Sunburst Gloss Acoustic Guitar 2994
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Ibanez AW4000 BS Artwood Brown Sunburst Gloss Acoustic Guitar
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- SKU
- AW4000B2994
- Color
- Brown
. Description
Sound & Tone
The solid Caucasian spruce top over solid mahogany back and sides gives this dreadnought a warm, midrange-focused voice with clear top-end definition and the projection you expect from a full-size body. The 25.6" scale and bone nut add clarity and note separation, so single lines stay distinct while big open chords retain body and sustain. It handles fingerstyle detail and flatpicked strumming equally well, making it a practical fit for folk, singer-songwriter work, country and general acoustic rhythm playing.
Ibanez AW4000 BS Artwood Brown Sunburst Gloss Acoustic Guitar
The AW4000 sits perfectly in the hands with its comfortable dreadnought body and carefully voiced neck dimensions—the 21mm thickness at the 1st fret tapering to 22mm at the 7th creates a natural, fast playing experience that rewards both precision work and open chord shapes. This B-stock example shows minor cosmetic wear on the neck but maintains full structural and tonal integrity, making it an excellent value for players seeking a guitar that bridges traditional craftsmanship with modern tone design.
Playability & Build
The 651mm (25.6") scale with 43mm nut width and 55mm width at the 14th fret provides excellent clarity and separation across the fretboard, while the 400mm fretboard radius offers comfortable fretting and smooth chord work. The mahogany neck paired with open-gear Grover tuners and bone nut ensures stable tuning that holds through a full set—mechanical tuning precision that responds to your touch for real intonation control onstage or in the studio.
Tone & Materials
Solid Caucasian Spruce top combined with solid mahogany back and sides produces the warm, balanced resonance Ibanez engineered into the Artwood series—a contemporary interpretation of traditional acoustic tone that projects well in live settings without sacrificing clarity. This wood pairing favors both fingerstyle definition and strummed dynamics across the full frequency range, cutting through a band mix or filling a room with presence.
Key Features
- Dreadnought body style
- Solid Caucasian Spruce top
- Solid mahogany back and sides
- Scale length: 651mm (25.6")
- Nut width: 43mm
- Width at 14th fret: 55mm
- Neck thickness: 21mm (1st fret) / 22mm (7th fret)
- Fretboard radius: 400mm
- Real bone nut
- Open-gear Grover tuners
The AW4000 BS represents serious value as a B-stock instrument—solid construction, proven materials, and reliable hardware deliver the Ibanez acoustic experience at a significant discount.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
Reviews
Specifications
| Body Style | Dreadnought |
|---|---|
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Pickups | Soundhole |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| Made In | China |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Folk
- ✓ Fingerstyle
- ✓ Singer-Songwriter
- ✓ Home Recording
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Hard Rock
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-stock mean for this guitar?
B-stock means the AW4000 is fully functional with full structural and tonal integrity, but shows minor cosmetic wear on the neck. There is no impact to playability, sound, or durability—you get the complete Ibanez acoustic experience at a significant discount.
Is this guitar good for fingerstyle and strumming?
Yes. The solid Spruce top and mahogany back deliver both fingerstyle definition and strummed dynamics across the full frequency range. The 400mm fretboard radius and responsive neck design support smooth, articulate single-note work and comfortable chord voicings.
What neck dimensions should I expect?
The neck is 21mm thick at the 1st fret and tapers to 22mm at the 7th fret, with a 43mm nut width and 55mm width at the 14th fret. This geometry creates a fast, natural playing experience and excellent clarity across the fretboard.
How stable is the tuning on this guitar?
The mahogany neck, bone nut, and open-gear Grover tuners work together to ensure stable tuning and responsive mechanical advantage for precise intonation control.
How does the AW4000 compare to similar guitars?
The AW4000 competes with the Yamaha FG830, Taylor GS Mini, and Martin D-1. Its solid Spruce top, mahogany construction, and carefully voiced neck make it a balanced choice for folk, indie, fingerstyle, and singer-songwriter styles, with strong live projection and studio clarity.
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