Ibanez AEB8E-BK
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Ibanez
AEB8E-BK
Product Info
Article Number:
177086
Brand:
Ibanez
Model:
AEB8E-BK
Category:
4-String Acoustic Basses
Price:
$344.30
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The AEB8E-BK is a surprisingly versatile acoustic bass, offering a solid foundation for folk, blues, and even some lighter rock styles. Its compact size makes it manageable for smaller players, and the built-in pickup system is a real convenience for gigging or recording. It’s a great option for players looking for a quality acoustic bass without a premium price tag.
Product Description
- Ibanez AEB8E-BK
- Acoustic Bass
- Top: Spruce
- Back and sides: Sapele
- Neck: Mahogany
- Bridge and fretboard: Purple Heart
- Scale: 32"
- Ibanez Ivorex II nut and saddle
- Black bridge pins
- Ibanez strap button
- Ibanez "Under Nut" pickup
- Ibanez AEQ-2T preamp with onboard tuner
- Original strings: Daddario EXPPBB170 .045 -.100 (Article Nr: #182230#)
- Colour: Black high gloss
PROS
- • Spruce top delivers bright, articulate acoustic tones.
- • Sapele back/sides add warmth and sustain.
- • Integrated pickup system offers convenient amplified performance.
- • Purpleheart fretboard provides a smooth, comfortable playing experience.
CONS
- • High-gloss finish can feel a bit sticky, especially in humid climates.
- • 32 in scale length might feel cramped for bassists used to longer scales.
- • Sapele construction limits high-end shimmer compared to more exotic woods.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Spruce
Back & Sides
Sapele
Neck Material
Mahogany
Pickups
Ibanez inUnder Nutin pickup
Scale Length
32in
Frets
20
Strings
Daddario EXPPBB170 .045-.100
Weight
11.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The AEQ-2T tuner is generally reliable, but I’d still recommend double-checking with an external tuner before a performance to ensure accuracy.
Like most onboard pickups, it’s not completely silent, but the Ibanez system is well-shielded and minimizes handling noise – a definite improvement over older designs.
The shorter scale provides a slinkier feel, making it easier to play, but it slightly reduces string tension and alters the tone – it's a bit rounder and less defined than a longer scale bass.
