Ibanez AAD1012E-OPN
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Ibanez
AAD1012E-OPN
Product Info
Article Number:
557088
Brand:
Ibanez
Model:
AAD1012E-OPN
Category:
12-String Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$438.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Ibanez AAD1012E-OPN is a solid entry point into the 12-string world. The spruce top gives it a clear voice, and the pickup is surprisingly functional for basic amplification. It's ideal for singer-songwriters or players wanting a fuller sound without the premium price tag, though be prepared for a slightly heavier feel than a 6-string.
Product Description
- Ibanez AAD1012E-OPN
- 12-String Acoustic Guitar with Pickup
- Advanced Acoustic Series
- Type: Dreadnought
- Top: solid sitka spruce
- Back and sides: Okoume
- Neck: Thermo Aged Nyatoh
- Fingerboard: Ovangkol
- White dot fingerboard inlays
- Scale: 651 mm
- Nut width: 48 mm
- Plastic nut
- 20 Frets
- Pickup: Ibanez AP11 Magnetic
- Tortoise pickguard
- Ovangkol bridge with plastic saddle
- Die-cast machine heads
- Strings: D'Addarío EXL1047-12 .010 - .047
- Finish: open pore
- Colour: Natural
PROS
- • Solid Sitka spruce top delivers a balanced, articulate tone.
- • Thermo Aged Nyatoh neck offers stability and a surprisingly smooth feel.
- • Ibanez AP11 pickup provides usable amplified tones for live performance.
- • Okoume back and sides contribute to a warm, resonant acoustic voice.
CONS
- • The plastic nut and saddle can dampen sustain; an upgrade is a worthwhile investment.
- • The open pore finish, while aesthetically pleasing, requires more careful handling to prevent scratches.
- • The .010-.047 string gauge can be a bit heavy for beginners or those preferring lighter feel.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides
Okoume
Neck Material
Thermo Aged Nyatoh
Fingerboard
Ovangkol
Scale Length
651 mm
Frets
20
Electronics
Ibanez AP11 Magnetic Pickup
Weight
2.2 kg (approximately)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The AP11 pickup is decent for basic gigs, but lacks the nuance of higher-end systems; it’s best suited for rhythm playing, not complex fingerstyle.
The Thermo Aged process improves stability, and the neck profile is generally comfortable – not as thin as some Ibanez models, but easy to play. I've seen very few reports of neck warping with these.
The heavier gauge strings can be a bit tough on beginners; lighter gauge strings would make it more accessible, though you'll lose a bit of the 12-string's characteristic fullness.
