Carefully inspected and professionally set up by our guitar workshop, this instrument is a showroom model, never used, in like-new condition.

Original cardbox and accessories included.

IBANEZ AS93FM TCD Transparent Cherry Red

• Artcore Expressionist Series
• Serial: PW25070139
• Weight: 3,800 kg
• Electric Hollow Body Guitar (Gibson ES-335 style)
• Body: Flamed Maple
• Neck: 3-piece Nyatoh/Maple (set-in)
• Neck Profile: AS Expressionist
• Neck Thickness (1st fret): 21 mm
• Neck Thickness (7th fret): 24 mm
• Frets: 22 Medium
• Scale Length: 24.7" / 628 mm
• Nut Width: 1.7" / 43 mm
• Fingerboard: Macassar Ebony
• Fingerboard Radius: 12" / 305 mm
• Inlays: Acrylic Block
• Neck Pickup: Ibanez Super 58 Humbucker
• Bridge Pickup: Ibanez Super 58 Humbucker
• Controls: 2 Volume / 2 Tone
• 3-way Pickup Selector
• Bridge: ART-1
• Tuners: Ibanez
• Tailpiece: Quik Change III
• Hardware: Gold
• String Gauge: .010/.013/.017/.030/.042/.052

Far from being limited to metal guitars, Ibanez has established itself over the years as one of the most respected manufacturers in the world of hollow and semi-hollow guitars. With its Artcore Expressionist series, the Japanese brand offers instruments that have become a benchmark for value for money. Meticulous craftsmanship, outstanding finishes, proven electronics, and exceptional playability make this range deliver a level of quality usually found on instruments costing significantly more.

The AS93FM perfectly embodies this philosophy. Part of the Artcore Expressionist lineup, this semi-hollow guitar combines elegance, versatility, and tonal richness in an instrument that will appeal equally to jazz enthusiasts and players of blues, classic rock, or fusion.

Cream binding accentuates the contours of both the body and neck, enhancing its refined appearance, while the gold hardware adds a touch of sophistication without ever feeling excessive. From the very first glance, the build quality inspires confidence and gives the impression of an instrument designed to stand the test of time.

Its construction is equally impressive. The flamed maple semi-hollow body provides excellent acoustic resonance, while the three-piece maple/nyatoh set neck ensures rigidity, stability, and impressive sustain. The ebony fingerboard—replaced by Macassar ebony on the most recent versions—adds crisp attack, excellent note definition, and an exceptionally smooth playing feel.

Plugged in, the guitar truly comes to life thanks to its pair of Super 58 pickups. Renowned for their musicality, they deliver a warm, harmonically rich tone with full-bodied mids, clear yet never harsh highs, and enough low-end presence to support both chord work and melodic lines. The body's natural resonance remains evident under the fingers, contributing greatly to the instrument's lively, organic character. Sustain is abundant, thanks to the set-neck construction and semi-hollow design. Even with light to moderate overdrive, the guitar retains remarkable clarity: the bridge pickup stays articulate, while the neck pickup preserves excellent definition, all without losing the unmistakable semi-hollow personality that gives this model its distinctive charm.

In terms of playing feel, this is an exceptionally inspiring guitar. Its well-balanced neck profile makes it equally comfortable for open chords, expressive bends, and more technical passages. The ebony fingerboard offers a precise, fast response while beautifully highlighting natural harmonics. Although it requires slightly more care than other fingerboard woods, the playing experience it provides more than justifies the extra maintenance.

Overall, the Ibanez AS93FM is an outstanding instrument. Elegant, expressive, and remarkably versatile, it excels whether played clean, with a touch of crunch, or under more sustained overdrive. For jazz, blues, vintage rock, or any style where warmth, dynamics, and responsiveness are essential, it stands as one of the finest semi-hollow guitars currently available in its price range, delivering performance that rivals instruments costing considerably more.