The Ibanez AS93SP from the Artcore Expressionist series is a premium semi-acoustic guitar designed to deliver exceptional performance across jazz, blues, rock, and fusion genres. Its unique construction features pickups mounted to the centre block, providing enhanced sustain while minimising unwanted feedback. Whether you’re performing live or recording in the studio, this guitar offers reliable, rich tone and expressive playability.

Main Features

• 3-piece Nyatoh and Maple neck for warm mid-low frequencies and outstanding resonance
• Macassar Ebony fretboard with Tree of Life inlay, delivering tight lows, dynamic mids and quick sustain
• Medium frets for improved precision and effortless note clarity
• Linden wood top, back and sides producing a natural, balanced tonal character
• Super 80 pickups with classic “Flying Finger” engraved covers for bright, clean sound
• Gibraltar Performer bridge ensures stable tuning and rich sustain with comfortable low-profile saddles
• Quik Change Classic tailpiece enables fast, hassle-free string changes

The AS93SP upholds Ibanez’s Artcore Expressionist ethos by combining vintage-inspired aesthetics and modern innovation. Equipped with legendary Super pickups, it is the perfect choice for discerning jazz players and versatile guitarists seeking superb tone and elegant craftsmanship.

Specifications

• Colour: Black
• Neck type: 3-piece Nyatoh/Maple set-in neck
• Body: Linden top, back, and sides
• Fretboard: Bound Macassar Ebony with Tree of Life inlay
• Frets: Medium, 22 in total
• Bridge: Gibraltar Performer bridge
• String spacing: 10.5mm
• Tailpiece: Quik Change Classic
• Neck pickup: Super 80 (H), passive ceramic
• Bridge pickup: Super 80 (H), passive ceramic
• Factory tuning: E A D G B E (1E to 6E)
• Strings: D’Addario® EXL140 (.010/.013/.017/.030/.042/.052)
• Hardware colour: Gold

Neck Dimensions

• Scale length: 628mm
• Nut width: 43mm
• Width at 22nd fret: 57mm
• Thickness at 1st fret: 21mm
• Thickness at 9th fret: 24mm
• Radius: 305mm

Frequently Asked Questions ➤ What genres suit the Ibanez AS93SP best? The AS93SP excels in jazz, blues, rock, and fusion thanks to its versatile tone and feedback-resistant design. ➤ How does the pickup placement affect playability? Pickups mounted to the centre block enhance sustain and reduce feedback, ideal for both stage and studio use. ➤ What makes the neck comfortable for playing? The 3-piece Nyatoh/Maple construction offers smooth resonance, while medium frets enable precise, accurate playing. ➤ Is the AS93SP suitable for beginners? While designed for professionals, intermediate players seeking a quality semi-acoustic will benefit from its ease of play and tone versatility. ➤ How easy is it to change strings on this guitar? The Quik Change Classic tailpiece simplifies string replacement, allowing fast and convenient string changes without compromising tuning stability.

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