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Ibanez ALT20-WK

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Ibanez ALT20-WK

Ibanez

ALT20-WK

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Product Info

Article Number: 568679
Brand: Ibanez
Model: ALT20-WK
Category: Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price: $357.50

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The ALT20-WK is a solid, affordable dreadnought that’s surprisingly versatile. It's a great option for gigging singer-songwriters or beginners wanting a stage-ready acoustic with built-in amplification, offering a balanced sound that cuts through a mix well. The overall build quality is respectable for the price point, making it a workhorse instrument.

Product Description

  • Ibanez ALT20-WK
  • Steel-String Guitar with Pickup
  • Altstar series
  • Type: Dreadnought with cutaway
  • Back and sides: Sapele
  • Neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Walnut
  • Fingerboard inlays: White offset dots
  • Scale: 648 mm
  • Nut width: 43 mm
  • Plastic nut
  • 22 Frets
  • Pickup: Ibanez under-saddle
  • Ibanez AEQ-2UT Preamp with built-in tuner
  • Walnut bridge with plastic saddle
  • Chrome-plated DieCast machine heads with 18: 1 gear ratio
  • Strings: .010 - .047
  • Colour: Wheathered Black
PROS
  • • Sapele back & sides deliver warm, resonant overtones.
  • • Maple neck provides stability and a comfortable, consistent feel.
  • • Ibanez AEQ-2UT preamp offers accurate amplification with tuner.
  • • Die-cast tuners ensure reliable tuning stability even with heavy use.
CONS
  • • Walnut fingerboard can feel slightly drier than rosewood for some players.
  • • Under-saddle pickup system can lack the dynamic range of a soundhole pickup.
  • • Weathered Black finish might not appeal to those preferring a glossier aesthetic.

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Key Features

Top Wood Spruce
Back & Sides Sapele
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Walnut
Scale Length 648 mm
Frets 22
Electronics Ibanez under-saddle pickup, AEQ-2UT preamp with tuner
Weight 6.6 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The tuner is functional, but can be a little finicky with very loud stage volumes; a dedicated external tuner is still recommended for critical tuning.
The maple neck has a standard 'C' shape that's generally comfortable, but it’s a bit on the slimmer side, so players with very large hands might find it slightly cramped.
While the under-saddle pickup is convenient, it won't have the same nuanced, full-bodied tone of a soundhole pickup – expect a slightly more compressed and focused amplified sound.

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