Ibanez Artist AR-500 1980 Sunburst
Reverb Estimated Used Price Range
- $1,260 — $1,430
The Ibanez Artist series kicked off in the mid-'70s as part of the Japanese company's efforts to build more original designs rather than just copying American guitars. The AR models were Les Paul-like in their construction featuring two humbuckers and a Mahogany body with a set neck. The AR-500 was set apart by its inclusion of an onboard EQ circuit.
Years of Production: 1979 - 1982
Wood Composition: Mahogany body, Maple top
Design Elements: Two humbucker pickups, block inlays, set neck, three volume control knobs, three-band EQ
