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Description

The Ibanez AEG550 is a masterful blend of form and function, offering musicians a superb acoustic-electric guitar experience. With its slim-body design, this guitar ensures unparalleled comfort whether you're on stage or relaxing by the campfire. The solid spruce top paired with bocote back and sides creates a harmonious balance of crisp, clear highs and warm, resonant lows, allowing every strum to shine with vibrant clarity. The nyatoh neck and ebony fingerboard enhance playability, making it a dream for both beginners and seasoned players.

When plugged in, the AEG550 truly comes alive. Its Ibanez T-bar II under-saddle pickup combined with the AEQ-TTS preamp delivers an articulated amplified tone that captures every nuance of your performance. The onboard tuner ensures you stay in perfect pitch, while the gold die-cast 18:1 tuners provide rock-solid stability.

Visually, the AEG550 is a stunner with its abalone rosette and vine fingerboard inlay, adding a touch of elegance to its robust performance. This guitar is not just about looks; it's a versatile workhorse designed to handle a variety of musical styles with ease. Whether you're strumming unplugged or plugged in for a gig, the Ibanez AEG550 is ready to elevate your sound.

Key Features:

  • Slim-body acoustic-electric design for comfortable playing
  • Solid spruce top with bocote back and sides for balanced tone
  • Nyatoh neck with ebony fingerboard for excellent playability
  • Ibanez T-bar II under-saddle pickup and AEQ-TTS preamp for detailed amplified sound
  • Onboard tuner for easy tuning during performances
  • Gold die-cast 18:1 tuners for stable tuning
  • Eye-catching abalone rosette and vine fingerboard inlay

Product specs

Brand Ibanez
Model AEG550
Year 2020s
Categories Acoustic-Electric Guitars, Concert Acoustic Guitars
Active Preamp Yes
Body Shape Concert
Color Family Black
Finish Style Gloss
Fretboard Material Ebony
Number of Frets 20
Number of Strings 6-String
Pickup Undersaddle Piezo Pickup
Right / Left Handed Right Handed
String Type Steel
Top Material Spruce
Wood Top Style Opaque

FAQs

What type of wood is used in the construction of the Ibanez AEG550?

The Ibanez AEG550 features a spruce top with bocote back and sides, providing a balanced tone with a rich low end and bright highs.

Does the Ibanez AEG550 have a built-in tuner?

Yes, the Ibanez AEG550 comes with an AEQ-TTS preamp that includes an onboard tuner, making it convenient for quick tuning adjustments.

What kind of pickup system does the Ibanez AEG550 use?

The Ibanez AEG550 is equipped with an Ibanez T-bar II undersaddle piezo pickup, which captures the guitar's natural acoustic sound effectively for amplification.

Is the Ibanez AEG550 suitable for live performances?

Yes, the Ibanez AEG550's active preamp and undersaddle pickup make it well-suited for live performances, allowing for clear and amplified sound on stage.

What is the neck profile of the Ibanez AEG550 like?

The Ibanez AEG550 features a Nyatoh neck with a Comfort Grip contour, designed to offer a smooth and comfortable playing experience for extended sessions.

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