Ibanez AAM54CE-OPN
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Ibanez
AAM54CE-OPN
Product Info
Article Number:
581726
Brand:
Ibanez
Model:
AAM54CE-OPN
Category:
Other Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$311.30
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Ibanez AAM54CE-OPN is a surprisingly capable all-around acoustic. Its solid top provides a full voice, while the comfortable neck and built-in electronics make it great for beginners or gigging singer-songwriters needing a budget-friendly amplified option. It’s a solid choice for players who want a balanced sound and easy playability without the premium price tag.
Product Description
- Ibanez AAM54CE-OPN
- Steel-String Guitar with Pickup
- AAM Series
- Type: Advanced Auditorium
- Back and sides: Sapele
- Top: Solid sapele
- Bolt-on neck: Okoume
- Fingerboard: Purpleheart
- Fingerboard inlays: White dot
- Fingerboard radius: 400 mm (15.75")
- Scale: 634 mm (25")
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.7")
- Plastic nut
- Neck finish: Satin Urethane
- 20 Frets
- Pickup system: Ibanez T-bar Undersaddle
- Preamp: Ibanez AEQ-TP2 with built-in tuner
- Controls: Volume
- Bass
- Treble
- Bridge: Purpleheart
- Chrome-plated die-cast machine heads with 18: 1 gear ratio
- Strings: D'Addario EXP16 .012/.016/.024/.032/.042/.053
- Finish: Open-pore polyurethane lacquer
- Colour: Natural open-pored
PROS
- • Solid sapele top delivers a warm, resonant tone with surprising projection.
- • Purpleheart fingerboard offers a smooth, fast playing experience and unique aesthetic.
- • Ibanez AEQ-TP2 preamp and T-bar pickup system provide clear amplified sound and convenient tuning.
- • Bolt-on okoume neck construction provides comfortable playability and a lively feel.
CONS
- • Sapele back and sides, while good, aren't as tonally complex as all-solid construction.
- • Bolt-on neck, while comfortable, lacks the sustain of a set or dovetail neck joint.
- • Open-pore finish, while attractive, might require more frequent maintenance to prevent moisture issues.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Sapele
Back & Sides
Sapele
Neck Material
Okoume
Fingerboard
Purpleheart
Scale Length
634 mm (25")
Frets
20
Electronics
Ibanez T-bar Undersaddle Pickup, Ibanez AEQ-TP2 Preamp with Tuner
Weight
1.85 kg (4.08 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The AEQ-TP2 is decent for basic performance, but it lacks the nuance and clarity of higher-end systems; expect a slightly more 'boxed' sound.
The satin urethane neck finish is smooth but provides a good grip – not overly slippery like some gloss finishes, especially after a little playing.
Purpleheart can sometimes exhibit minor finish checking or color changes over time due to its natural oils; it’s generally cosmetic and doesn’t affect playability.
