Ibanez AS Artcore Expressionist AS93BC Hollow-Body Electric Guitar, Black

The AS is a semi-acoustic guitar built to tackle just about any genre of music you throw at it. The pickups are mounted directly to the center block for increased sustain and feedback elimination.Artcore ExpressionistFor more than a decade, Ibanez has continued to energize the hollow-body market with wide range of designs including everything from rockin' semi-hollow hybrids to straight-up traditional jazz-boxes. The Artcore Expressionist line established yet another chapter in the Artcore story. The Expressionist difference? Jazz fans will recognize the Ibanez original Super 58, the preferred pickup of George Benson, Pat Metheny and John Scofield on their own Signature models. A favorite among jazz players, but as many funk guitarists have been proving, the Super 58s perform well in a variety of situations. Warmth, balanced articulation, and excellent response are defining characteristic the Super 58 pickups.Features3pc Nyatoh/Maple neckThe 3pc Nyatoh/Maple Neck provides a rich mid-low end and great resonance.Macassar Ebony fretboardMacassar Ebony produces tight lows and mid range along with strong attack in the highs and quick response with rich sustain.Medium fretsMedium sized frets enhance the accuracy of your notes.Linden top / Bocote back and sidesThe Linden top delivers a natural and flat, yet accurate tone. The Bocote back and sides imbue this guitar with an exotic appearance and add a powerful and warm sound.Super 58 pickupsSuper 58 pickups feature moderate output and vintage tone.Gibraltar Performer bridgeThe Gibraltar Performer bridge provides rich sustain and tuning stability. The low-positioned saddles promise comfortable playability.Quik Change III tailpieceThe Quik Change III tailpiece enables faster and easier string changing.