Ibanez AS53-TF
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Ibanez
AS53-TF
Product Info
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The AS53-TF is a solid entry point into the semi-hollow guitar world. It’s surprisingly versatile – you can get away with blues, rock, and even some lighter jazz tones. This is an ideal choice for beginners or players wanting a vintage-inspired aesthetic and feel on a budget.
Product Description
- Ibanez AS53-TF
- Electric Guitar
- Hollowbody
- Body: Basswood
- White binding
- Set-in Artcore neck: Nyatoh
- Laurel fretboard
- Fretboard binding
- Pearl Dot fretboard inlays
- 22 Medium frets
- Scale length: 628 mm
- Pickups: 2 Infinity R Humbuckers
- 1 x Volume and 1 x tone control
- 3-Way switch
- ART-ST bridge
- ART-ST tailpiece
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Tobacco Flat
- Suitable case: Art.#129712# (not included)
PROS
- • Basswood body offers a surprisingly balanced, warm tone for the price.
- • Infinity R humbuckers deliver a respectable output with a decent amount of crunch.
- • Nyatoh neck provides a comfortable, familiar feel for players of various styles.
- • Artcore set-in neck construction improves sustain and resonance compared to bolt-ons.
CONS
- • Basswood, while versatile, lacks the tonal complexity of mahogany or maple.
- • Hardware, while functional, feels budget-oriented and may benefit from upgrades.
- • Shorter scale length limits low-end extension and string tension, slightly.
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Key Features
Body Material
Basswood with White binding
Neck Material
Nyatoh
Fingerboard
Laurel
Pickups
2 Infinity R Humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm
Frets
22 Medium
Bridge
ART-ST
Weight
Approximately 7.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's less resonant and airy than a full hollow, but still retains a pleasing warmth and some acoustic character. The solid back dampens the overtones somewhat.
Yes, they are standard humbucker size and easily swapped out. Just be mindful of the wiring harness configuration.
The Artcore neck profile is generally a comfortable 'C' shape, but it's on the slimmer side; those with very large hands might find it a little cramped.
