Ibanez GB10SE-BS George Benson
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Ibanez
GB10SE-BS George Benson
Product Info
Article Number:
379249
Brand:
Ibanez
Model:
GB10SE-BS George Benson
Category:
Jazz Guitars
Price:
$1,538.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The GB10SE-BS is a beautifully crafted instrument, clearly designed for the discerning jazz player. George Benson’s signature warmth and clarity shine through thanks to the spruce top and those custom pickups – it’s a premium-priced guitar that feels fantastic in the hands and delivers a truly refined tone. Perfect for players seeking a comfortable, high-quality jazz box with a vintage vibe.
Product Description
- Ibanez GB10SE-BS George Benson
- Electric Guitar
- George Benson Signature model
- Top: Spruce
- Back and sides: Maple
- Body depth: 9.21 cm (3 5/8")
- Body width: 36.83 cm (14 1/2")
- Glued 3 strip GB maple neck
- Fretboard: Ebony
- Fretboard binding
- Acrylic and Abalone block inlays
- Scale: 628 mm
- Nut width: 43 mm
- 22 Medium frets with fret edge trimming
- Truss rod cover: Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
- Bone/brass nut
- Pickups: 2 GB Special humbuckers
- Ebony bridge
- GB 10 Tailpiece
- Gold-plated hardware
- Colour: Brown Sunburst
- Includes case
PROS
- • Spruce top delivers articulate projection and a warm, airy tone.
- • GB Special humbuckers offer a refined, vintage-inspired jazz voice.
- • Ebony fretboard provides a smooth, fast playing experience and excellent note definition.
- • Maple back and sides contribute to a focused, balanced sonic character.
CONS
- • The maple construction might be a bit too bright for some players’ preferences.
- • Body depth (3 5/8in) could make extended playing sessions slightly less comfortable.
- • While versatile, its voicing is most suited for jazz and mellow styles.
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Key Features
Body Material
Spruce top, Maple back and sides
Neck Material
Maple, glued 3-strip construction
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
2 GB Special humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm
Frets
22 Medium
Bridge
Ebony
Weight
Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s a bit hotter and more defined than many vintage jazz pickups, offering a smoother, more modern clarity while retaining a warm, round character.
The neck is generally considered comfortable, though it's a standard 'C' shape – it's not a super wide neck, so those with very large hands might prefer trying it in person.
The build quality is excellent; the fretwork is well-done, the finish is consistent, and the hardware feels solid – it's a step above many similarly priced instruments.
