Ibanez's guiding philosophy for acoustics is, "a modern approach to acoustic guitar tradition." This philosophy naturally extends quite well to the acoustic bass collection. With tone, style, playability at incredible value, Ibanez acoustic basses are creatively inspiring instruments designed to thrive in a wide variety of musical situations. The AEGB Series' slender, single-cutaway bodies deliver powerful and balanced acoustic sound, unplugged or through an amp or PA system.   3pc Nyatoh/Maple Neck The 3pc Nyatoh/Maple Neck provides a rich mid-low end and great resonance. Rosewood Fretboard Rosewood fretboard provides a well-balanced solid tone with a focused mid range. Flamed Maple Top The Flamed Maple top creates an attractive visual profile and offers a bright and tight tone. Sapele Back and Sides Sapele back and sides offer a full-bodied and warm mid-range and a bright tone. Ibanez Undersaddle Pickup The Ibanez Undersaddle Pickup accurately reproduces the acoustic nature of the bass. Ibanez AEQ-2T Preamp w/Onboard Tuner The AEQ-2T preamp is specifically-designed to adjust the frequencies of a bass and a treble, and allows operation of the built-in tuner without the instrument being plugged in.