Ibanez ALT20-WK
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Ibanez
ALT20-WK
Product Info
Article Number:
568679
Brand:
Ibanez
Model:
ALT20-WK
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$357.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
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.
Product Video
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.
