The AM was released by Ibanez for the first time in the early ”80s. Though smaller in size than other semi-hollow bodies, this guitar provides warm, punchy tone and abundant sustain. It offers the added benefit being compact enough that players more accustomed to a solid body electric will feel right at home on this popular Artcore model.

Over a long period, 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 also has been proven to perform well in a variety of situations. Warmth, balanced articulation, and excellent response are defining characteristics of the Super 58 pickups. Specifications Body topMacassar Ebony Body sidesMacassar Ebony Body backMacassar Ebony Neck3p Nyatoh/Ahorn Scale (mm)628 Neck typeAM Expressionist Neck thickness (1st fret, mm)21 Neck thickness (12th fret, mm)24 (at 9F) Neck jointSet-in NutPlastic Nut width (mm)43 End width (mm)57 FretboardMacassar Ebony Fretboard radius (mm)305 InlayAcryl Block Number of frets22 Fret TypeMedium Neck pickupSuper 58 (H) Bridge pickupSuper 58 (H) Controls, pickup selector1 Volume, 1 Tone, 3-way toggle switch BridgeGibraltar-Performer String spacing (mm)10,5 TailpieceQuik Change III Machine headsIbanez Hardware colorGold String gauges (from top to bottom).010/.013/.017/.030/.042/.052 Tuning (from top to bottom)1E,2B,3G,4D,5A,6E Made inIndonesia